1982 Ford Thunderbird vs. 2008 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2008 Toyota Tacoma is newer by 26 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, 2008 Toyota Tacoma (159 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1982 Ford Thunderbird. (111 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Tacoma should accelerate faster than 1982 Ford Thunderbird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Toyota Tacoma weights approximately 1004 kg more than 1982 Ford Thunderbird. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Toyota Tacoma. (244 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1982 Ford Thunderbird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Toyota Tacoma.
Compare all specifications:
1982 Ford Thunderbird | 2008 Toyota Tacoma | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Thunderbird | Tacoma |
Year Released | 1982 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4186 cc | 2694 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 111 HP | 159 HP |
Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 264 Nm | 244 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1577 kg | 2581 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4840 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1680 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2790 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 79 L |