1982 Ford Thunderbird vs. 1997 Kia Capital
To start off, 1997 Kia Capital is newer by 15 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 4,186 cc (8 cylinders), 1982 Ford Thunderbird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Kia Capital (114 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1982 Ford Thunderbird. (111 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Kia Capital should accelerate faster than 1982 Ford Thunderbird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Ford Thunderbird weights approximately 252 kg more than 1997 Kia Capital.
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, 1997 Kia Capital, 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 112 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Kia Capital. (152 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1982 Ford Thunderbird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Kia Capital.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Ford Thunderbird | 1997 Kia Capital | |
| Make | Ford | Kia |
| Model | Thunderbird | Capital |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4186 cc | 1498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 111 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 264 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1577 kg | 1325 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2530 mm |
