1982 Ford Thunderbird vs. 2000 Smart Roadster
To start off, 2000 Smart Roadster is newer by 18 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, 1982 Ford Thunderbird (87 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2000 Smart Roadster. (81 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Ford Thunderbird should accelerate faster than 2000 Smart Roadster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Ford Thunderbird weights approximately 551 kg more than 2000 Smart Roadster. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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. Let's talk about torque, 1982 Ford Thunderbird (209 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Smart Roadster. (110 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 1982 Ford Thunderbird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Smart Roadster. 1982 Ford Thunderbird has automatic transmission and 2000 Smart Roadster has manual transmission. 2000 Smart Roadster 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 | 2000 Smart Roadster | |
| Make | Ford | Smart |
| Model | Thunderbird | Roadster |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3275 cc | 698 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 209 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 140 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1436 kg | 885 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 3430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2370 mm |
