2005 Ford Thunderbird vs. 1978 Ford Capri
To start off, 2005 Ford Thunderbird is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Ford Capri. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Ford Capri would be higher. At 3,933 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Ford Thunderbird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Thunderbird (280 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 224 more horse power than 1978 Ford Capri. (56 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Thunderbird should accelerate faster than 1978 Ford Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Thunderbird weights approximately 762 kg more than 1978 Ford Capri. 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, 2005 Ford Thunderbird (388 Nm) has 297 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Ford Capri. (91 Nm). This means 2005 Ford Thunderbird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Ford Capri.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Thunderbird | 1978 Ford Capri | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Thunderbird | Capri |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3933 cc | 1297 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 280 HP | 56 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 388 Nm | 91 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 66 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1752 kg | 990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2570 mm |
