1979 Ford Thunderbird vs. 2010 Chevrolet Express
To start off, 2010 Chevrolet Express is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Ford Thunderbird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Ford Thunderbird would be higher. At 6,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Chevrolet Express (323 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 188 more horse power than 1979 Ford Thunderbird. (135 HP @ 3200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 1979 Ford Thunderbird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 860 kg more than 1979 Ford Thunderbird. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2010 Chevrolet Express (505 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Ford Thunderbird. (386 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 2010 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Ford Thunderbird.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Ford Thunderbird | 2010 Chevrolet Express | |
Make | Ford | Chevrolet |
Model | Thunderbird | Express |
Year Released | 1979 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5731 cc | 6000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 135 HP | 323 HP |
Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 386 Nm | 505 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1813 kg | 2673 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5520 mm | 5692 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 2017 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 2073 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 3429 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 117 L |