2005 Ford Thunderbird vs. 1983 Vauxhall Chevette
To start off, 2005 Ford Thunderbird is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Vauxhall Chevette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Vauxhall Chevette would be higher. At 3,932 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Ford Thunderbird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Thunderbird (280 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 223 more horse power than 1983 Vauxhall Chevette. (57 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Thunderbird should accelerate faster than 1983 Vauxhall Chevette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Thunderbird weights approximately 857 kg more than 1983 Vauxhall Chevette. 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 296 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Vauxhall Chevette. (92 Nm). This means 2005 Ford Thunderbird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Vauxhall Chevette.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Thunderbird | 1983 Vauxhall Chevette | |
| Make | Ford | Vauxhall |
| Model | Thunderbird | Chevette |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3932 cc | 1256 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 280 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 388 Nm | 92 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 61 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 8.7:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1712 kg | 855 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2400 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 45 L |
