1994 Ford Thunderbird vs. 1982 Volkswagen Santana
To start off, 1994 Ford Thunderbird is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Volkswagen Santana. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Volkswagen Santana would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Ford Thunderbird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Ford Thunderbird (138 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1982 Volkswagen Santana. (90 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Ford Thunderbird should accelerate faster than 1982 Volkswagen Santana.
Because 1994 Ford Thunderbird is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1994 Ford Thunderbird. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1982 Volkswagen Santana, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1994 Ford Thunderbird (291 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 146 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Volkswagen Santana. (145 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1994 Ford Thunderbird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Volkswagen Santana.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Ford Thunderbird | 1982 Volkswagen Santana | |
| Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
| Model | Thunderbird | Santana |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 291 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.8 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2560 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 60 L |
