2000 Ford Excursion vs. 1982 Ford Thunderbird
To start off, 2000 Ford Excursion 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 7,274 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Ford Excursion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ford Excursion (232 HP @ 2700 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 1982 Ford Thunderbird. (118 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ford Excursion should accelerate faster than 1982 Ford Thunderbird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ford Excursion weights approximately 1822 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.
Because 2000 Ford Excursion is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1982 Ford Thunderbird. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Ford Excursion will offer significantly more control. 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, 2000 Ford Excursion (677 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 425 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Ford Thunderbird. (252 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2000 Ford Excursion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Ford Thunderbird.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Ford Excursion | 1982 Ford Thunderbird | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Excursion | Thunderbird |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7274 cc | 3791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 232 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 2700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 677 Nm | 252 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 3270 kg | 1448 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 5100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2030 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2760 mm |
