1982 Ford Thunderbird vs. 1994 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1994 Toyota Corolla 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 3,275 cc (6 cylinders), 1982 Ford Thunderbird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Toyota Corolla (105 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1982 Ford Thunderbird. (87 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1982 Ford Thunderbird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Ford Thunderbird weights approximately 346 kg more than 1994 Toyota Corolla.
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, 1994 Toyota Corolla, 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 (209 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Toyota Corolla. (135 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1982 Ford Thunderbird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Ford Thunderbird | 1994 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Thunderbird | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3275 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 105 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 209 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1436 kg | 1090 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2470 mm |
