1982 Ford Thunderbird vs. 1987 Toyota Lite Ace
To start off, 1987 Toyota Lite Ace is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Ford Thunderbird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Ford Thunderbird would be higher. At 3,275 cc (6 cylinders), 1982 Ford Thunderbird is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Ford Thunderbird weights approximately 336 kg more than 1987 Toyota Lite Ace.
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. 1982 Ford Thunderbird has automatic transmission and 1987 Toyota Lite Ace has manual transmission. 1987 Toyota Lite Ace will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1982 Ford Thunderbird will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1982 Ford Thunderbird | 1987 Toyota Lite Ace | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Thunderbird | Lite Ace |
Year Released | 1982 | 1987 |
Engine Size | 3275 cc | 1451 cc |
Horse Power | 87 HP | 0 HP |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1436 kg | 1100 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4010 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1910 mm |