F-101 Voodoo vs F-84 Thunderjet
The F-101 Voodoo and the F-84 Thunderjet are both Combat Aircraft, manufactured by McDonnell Douglas and Republic respectively. Top speed is 1,825 km/h for the F-101 Voodoo vs 1,001 km/h for the F-84 Thunderjet. The F-101 Voodoo has an operational range of 2,450 km vs 1,080 km for the F-84 Thunderjet. The F-101 Voodoo operates at altitudes up to 17,800 m compared to 12,344 m for the F-84 Thunderjet. At 23,770 kg MTOW, the F-101 Voodoo is 2.2x the F-84 Thunderjet's 10,590 kg. The F-101 Voodoo has been produced in 807 units vs 7,524 for the F-84 Thunderjet. Unit cost is $2M for the F-101 Voodoo vs $1.4M for the F-84 Thunderjet. The F-84 Thunderjet first flew 8 years before the F-101 Voodoo (1946 vs 1954).
| American supersonic jet fighter, used extensively during the Cold War, significant for its reconnaissance roles in the Cuban Missile Crisis. | |
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| Origin country | 🇺🇸 United States |
| Category | Combat Aircraft |
| Manufacturer | McDonnell Douglas |
| First flight | 29 September 1954 |
| Year introduced | 1959 |
| Number produced | 807 units |
| Average unit price | $2 million |
| American fighter-bomber of the 1940s–1950s era, notable in the Korean War for close air support and strategic bombing missions. | |
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| Origin country | 🇺🇸 United States |
| Category | Combat Aircraft |
| Manufacturer | Republic |
| First flight | 28 February 1946 |
| Year introduced | 1950 |
| Number produced | 7524 units |
| Average unit price | $1.4 million |
| Wing area | 34.2 m² ◉ |
| Wingspan | 12.1 m â—‰ |
| Height | 5.5 m â—‰ |
| Length | 20.6 m â—‰ |
| Maximum speed | 1825 km/h â—‰ |
| Operational range | 2,450 km â—‰ |
| Service ceiling | 17,800 m â—‰ |
| Max. takeoff weight | 23,770 kg â—‰ |
| Empty weight | 12,925 kg â—‰ |
| Total thrust | 2 x 10,866 kgf â—‰ |
| Wing area | 24.0 m² ◉ |
| Wingspan | 11.1 m â—‰ |
| Height | 3.8 m â—‰ |
| Length | 11.6 m â—‰ |
| Maximum speed | 1001 km/h â—‰ |
| Operational range | 1,080 km â—‰ |
| Service ceiling | 12,344 m â—‰ |
| Max. takeoff weight | 10,590 kg â—‰ |
| Empty weight | 5,200 kg â—‰ |
| Total thrust | 1 x 2,522 kgf â—‰ |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which is faster, the F-101 Voodoo or F-84 Thunderjet?
The F-101 Voodoo is faster with a maximum speed of 1,825 km/h compared to the F-84 Thunderjet's 1,001 km/h, a difference of 824 km/h.
Which has longer range, the F-101 Voodoo or F-84 Thunderjet?
The F-101 Voodoo has a longer range at 2,450 km compared to the F-84 Thunderjet's 1,080 km.
Which can fly higher, the F-101 Voodoo or F-84 Thunderjet?
The F-101 Voodoo has a higher service ceiling at 17,800 meters (58,398 ft) compared to the F-84 Thunderjet's 12,344 meters (40,498 ft).
Which is heavier, the F-101 Voodoo or F-84 Thunderjet?
The F-101 Voodoo has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 23,770 kg compared to the F-84 Thunderjet's 10,590 kg.
Which is larger, the F-101 Voodoo or F-84 Thunderjet?
The F-101 Voodoo is longer at 20.6 meters compared to the F-84 Thunderjet's 11.6 meters.
Which is more expensive, the F-101 Voodoo or F-84 Thunderjet?
The F-101 Voodoo is more expensive at approximately $2.0 million per unit compared to the F-84 Thunderjet at $1.4 million.
Which entered service first, the F-101 Voodoo or F-84 Thunderjet?
The F-84 Thunderjet entered service first in 1950, 9 years before the F-101 Voodoo which entered service in 1959.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the F-101 Voodoo or F-84 Thunderjet?
The F-84 Thunderjet has been produced in greater numbers with 7,524 units compared to 807 units of the F-101 Voodoo.