2000 Daewoo Rezzo vs. 1982 Ford Thunderbird
To start off, 2000 Daewoo Rezzo is newer by 18 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, 1982 Ford Thunderbird (111 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2000 Daewoo Rezzo. (97 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Ford Thunderbird should accelerate faster than 2000 Daewoo Rezzo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Ford Thunderbird weights approximately 307 kg more than 2000 Daewoo Rezzo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1982 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 1982 Ford Thunderbird. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Daewoo Rezzo, 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, 1982 Ford Thunderbird (264 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Daewoo Rezzo. (149 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1982 Ford Thunderbird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Daewoo Rezzo. 1982 Ford Thunderbird has automatic transmission and 2000 Daewoo Rezzo has manual transmission. 2000 Daewoo Rezzo 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.
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2000 Daewoo Rezzo | 1982 Ford Thunderbird | |
Make | Daewoo | Ford |
Model | Rezzo | Thunderbird |
Year Released | 2000 | 1982 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1761 cc | 4186 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 97 HP | 111 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Torque | 149 Nm | 264 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80.5 mm | 93.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.5 mm | 76.2 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1270 kg | 1577 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 5100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2760 mm |