1982 Ford Thunderbird vs. 1970 Honda Z
To start off, 1982 Ford Thunderbird is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Honda Z. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Honda Z would be higher. At 4,186 cc (8 cylinders), 1982 Ford Thunderbird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Ford Thunderbird (111 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1970 Honda Z. (37 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Ford Thunderbird should accelerate faster than 1970 Honda Z. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Ford Thunderbird weights approximately 1052 kg more than 1970 Honda Z. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1982 Ford Thunderbird is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1982 Ford Thunderbird. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1970 Honda Z, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1982 Ford Thunderbird (264 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 219 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Honda Z. (45 Nm @ 7000 RPM). This means 1982 Ford Thunderbird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Honda Z.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Ford Thunderbird | 1970 Honda Z | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | Thunderbird | Z |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4186 cc | 599 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 111 HP | 37 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 264 Nm | 45 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1577 kg | 525 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2010 mm |
