1982 Ford Thunderbird vs. 2003 Honda Mobilio
To start off, 2003 Honda Mobilio is newer by 21 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 10 more horse power than 2003 Honda Mobilio. (108 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Ford Thunderbird should accelerate faster than 2003 Honda Mobilio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Ford Thunderbird weights approximately 188 kg more than 2003 Honda Mobilio. 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 109 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Honda Mobilio. (143 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1982 Ford Thunderbird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Honda Mobilio.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Ford Thunderbird | 2003 Honda Mobilio | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | Thunderbird | Mobilio |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 252 Nm | 143 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1448 kg | 1260 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1750 mm |
