1982 Ford Thunderbird vs. 1994 Rover 100
To start off, 1994 Rover 100 is newer by 12 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 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1982 Ford Thunderbird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Ford Thunderbird (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1994 Rover 100. (103 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Ford Thunderbird should accelerate faster than 1994 Rover 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Ford Thunderbird weights approximately 578 kg more than 1994 Rover 100. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1982 Ford Thunderbird (252 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Rover 100. (135 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1982 Ford Thunderbird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Rover 100.
Compare all specifications:
1982 Ford Thunderbird | 1994 Rover 100 | |
Make | Ford | Rover |
Model | Thunderbird | 100 |
Year Released | 1982 | 1994 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1396 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 103 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 252 Nm | 135 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96.6 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 79 mm |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1448 kg | 870 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 3530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1570 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1380 mm |