1982 Ford Thunderbird vs. 2007 Mitsubishi Outlander
To start off, 2007 Mitsubishi Outlander is newer by 25 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, 2007 Mitsubishi Outlander (220 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 1982 Ford Thunderbird. (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mitsubishi Outlander should accelerate faster than 1982 Ford Thunderbird.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Mitsubishi Outlander (277 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Ford Thunderbird. (252 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Mitsubishi Outlander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Ford Thunderbird.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Ford Thunderbird | 2007 Mitsubishi Outlander | |
| Make | Ford | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Thunderbird | Outlander |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 2998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 220 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 252 Nm | 277 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.6 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 76 mm |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 63 L |
