1982 Ford Thunderbird vs. 2006 Land Rover Range Rover
To start off, 2006 Land Rover Range Rover 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 4,392 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Land Rover Range Rover is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Land Rover Range Rover (305 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 194 more horse power than 1982 Ford Thunderbird. (111 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Land Rover Range Rover should accelerate faster than 1982 Ford Thunderbird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Ford Thunderbird weights approximately 177 kg more than 2006 Land Rover Range Rover.
Because 2006 Land Rover Range Rover 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 Land Rover Range Rover 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, 2006 Land Rover Range Rover (441 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 177 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Ford Thunderbird. (264 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2006 Land Rover Range Rover will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Ford Thunderbird.
Compare all specifications:
1982 Ford Thunderbird | 2006 Land Rover Range Rover | |
Make | Ford | Land Rover |
Model | Thunderbird | Range Rover |
Year Released | 1982 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4186 cc | 4392 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 111 HP | 305 HP |
Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 264 Nm | 441 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93.5 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.2:1 | 18.0:1 |
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 | 1400 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4980 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1960 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1910 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2880 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 104 L |