1992 Ford Sierra vs. 1982 Ford Thunderbird
To start off, 1992 Ford Sierra is newer by 10 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 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1982 Ford Thunderbird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Ford Thunderbird (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1992 Ford Sierra. (89 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Ford Thunderbird should accelerate faster than 1992 Ford Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Ford Thunderbird weights approximately 358 kg more than 1992 Ford Sierra. 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 (252 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Ford Sierra. (140 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1982 Ford Thunderbird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Ford Sierra. 1982 Ford Thunderbird has automatic transmission and 1992 Ford Sierra has manual transmission. 1992 Ford Sierra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1982 Ford Thunderbird will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Ford Sierra | 1982 Ford Thunderbird | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Sierra | Thunderbird |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 3791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 252 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 1448 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 5100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2760 mm |
