1996 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 1982 Ford Thunderbird
To start off, 1996 Chevrolet Caprice is newer by 14 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 4,312 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Chevrolet Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Chevrolet Caprice (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1982 Ford Thunderbird. (118 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Chevrolet Caprice should accelerate faster than 1982 Ford Thunderbird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Chevrolet Caprice weights approximately 582 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, 1996 Chevrolet Caprice (333 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Ford Thunderbird. (252 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1996 Chevrolet Caprice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Ford Thunderbird.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Chevrolet Caprice | 1982 Ford Thunderbird | |
Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
Model | Caprice | Thunderbird |
Year Released | 1996 | 1982 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4312 cc | 3791 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 333 Nm | 252 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2030 kg | 1448 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5530 mm | 5100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2760 mm |