1982 Ford Thunderbird vs. 2011 Ford Expedition
To start off, 2011 Ford Expedition is newer by 29 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 5,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ford Expedition (310 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 192 more horse power than 1982 Ford Thunderbird. (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 1982 Ford Thunderbird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ford Expedition weights approximately 1054 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, 2011 Ford Expedition (494 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 242 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Ford Thunderbird. (252 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2011 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Ford Thunderbird.
Compare all specifications:
1982 Ford Thunderbird | 2011 Ford Expedition | |
Make | Ford | Ford |
Model | Thunderbird | Expedition |
Year Released | 1982 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 5400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 310 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 252 Nm | 494 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1448 kg | 2502 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 5245 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 2002 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1961 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 3023 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 106 L |