1980 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 2005 Ford Thunderbird
To start off, 2005 Ford Thunderbird is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Chevrolet Caprice. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Chevrolet Caprice would be higher. At 5,002 cc (8 cylinders), 1980 Chevrolet Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Thunderbird (280 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 1980 Chevrolet Caprice. (148 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Thunderbird should accelerate faster than 1980 Chevrolet Caprice. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Chevrolet Caprice weights approximately 8 kg more than 2005 Ford Thunderbird.
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, 2005 Ford Thunderbird (388 Nm) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Chevrolet Caprice. (334 Nm). This means 2005 Ford Thunderbird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Chevrolet Caprice.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Chevrolet Caprice | 2005 Ford Thunderbird | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | Caprice | Thunderbird |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5002 cc | 3932 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 280 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 334 Nm | 388 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 94.9 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 85 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 1712 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5460 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2760 mm |
