1982 Ford Thunderbird vs. 2006 Honda Civic
To start off, 2006 Honda Civic is newer by 24 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, 2006 Honda Civic (140 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1982 Ford Thunderbird. (111 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1982 Ford Thunderbird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Ford Thunderbird weights approximately 59 kg more than 2006 Honda Civic.
Because 2006 Honda Civic 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, 2006 Honda Civic 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 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Honda Civic. (174 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1982 Ford Thunderbird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
1982 Ford Thunderbird | 2006 Honda Civic | |
Make | Ford | Honda |
Model | Thunderbird | Civic |
Year Released | 1982 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4186 cc | 1803 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 111 HP | 140 HP |
Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 264 Nm | 174 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.2:1 | 16.7:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1577 kg | 1518 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 50 L |