2007 Chevrolet Express vs. 1982 Ford Thunderbird
To start off, 2007 Chevrolet Express is newer by 25 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 5,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chevrolet Express (300 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 182 more horse power than 1982 Ford Thunderbird. (118 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 1982 Ford Thunderbird.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Chevrolet Express (488 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 236 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Ford Thunderbird. (252 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Ford Thunderbird.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Chevrolet Express | 1982 Ford Thunderbird | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | Express | Thunderbird |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5999 cc | 3791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 488 Nm | 252 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 96.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 12 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 5100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 80 L |
