1991 Ford Thunderbird vs. 1982 Toyota Cressida
To start off, 1991 Ford Thunderbird is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Toyota Cressida. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Toyota Cressida would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1991 Ford Thunderbird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Ford Thunderbird (138 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1982 Toyota Cressida. (104 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Ford Thunderbird should accelerate faster than 1982 Toyota Cressida. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Ford Thunderbird weights approximately 440 kg more than 1982 Toyota Cressida. 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, 1991 Ford Thunderbird (291 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Toyota Cressida. (162 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1991 Ford Thunderbird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Toyota Cressida.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Ford Thunderbird | 1982 Toyota Cressida | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Thunderbird | Cressida |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1970 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 291 Nm | 162 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.9 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 89 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2650 mm |
