1982 Ford Thunderbird vs. 2003 Toyota Will
To start off, 2003 Toyota Will 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 4,186 cc (8 cylinders), 1982 Ford Thunderbird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Toyota Will (128 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1982 Ford Thunderbird. (111 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Toyota Will should accelerate faster than 1982 Ford Thunderbird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Ford Thunderbird weights approximately 117 kg more than 2003 Toyota Will.
Because 2003 Toyota Will is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1982 Ford Thunderbird. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Toyota Will will offer significantly more control. 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 83 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Toyota Will. (181 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1982 Ford Thunderbird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Toyota Will.
Compare all specifications:
1982 Ford Thunderbird | 2003 Toyota Will | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Thunderbird | Will |
Year Released | 1982 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4186 cc | 1794 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 111 HP | 128 HP |
Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 264 Nm | 181 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93.5 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 91.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.2:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1577 kg | 1460 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4390 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2810 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 60 L |