1982 Ford Thunderbird vs. 2012 SsangYong Rodius
To start off, 2012 SsangYong Rodius is newer by 30 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, 2012 SsangYong Rodius (163 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1982 Ford Thunderbird. (111 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 SsangYong Rodius should accelerate faster than 1982 Ford Thunderbird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 SsangYong Rodius weights approximately 346 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, 2012 SsangYong Rodius (342 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Ford Thunderbird. (264 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2012 SsangYong Rodius will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Ford Thunderbird.
Compare all specifications:
1982 Ford Thunderbird | 2012 SsangYong Rodius | |
Make | Ford | SsangYong |
Model | Thunderbird | Rodius |
Year Released | 1982 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4186 cc | 2696 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 111 HP | 163 HP |
Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 264 Nm | 342 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93.5 mm | 86.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 92.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.2:1 | 18.0:1 |
Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 174 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1577 kg | 1923 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 5130 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1920 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 3010 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 80 L |