1982 Ford Thunderbird vs. 2013 Cadillac ATS
To start off, 2013 Cadillac ATS is newer by 31 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, 2013 Cadillac ATS (268 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 157 more horse power than 1982 Ford Thunderbird. (111 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Cadillac ATS should accelerate faster than 1982 Ford Thunderbird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Ford Thunderbird weights approximately 47 kg more than 2013 Cadillac ATS.
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, 2013 Cadillac ATS (353 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Ford Thunderbird. (264 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2013 Cadillac ATS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Ford Thunderbird.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Ford Thunderbird | 2013 Cadillac ATS | |
| Make | Ford | Cadillac |
| Model | Thunderbird | ATS |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4186 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 111 HP | 268 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 264 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.5 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 86 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1577 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4643 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1805 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1421 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2775 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 61 L |
