1976 Ford Thunderbird vs. 2005 Toyota MR2
To start off, 2005 Toyota MR2 is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Ford Thunderbird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Ford Thunderbird would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Ford Thunderbird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota MR2 (138 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1976 Ford Thunderbird. (135 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota MR2 should accelerate faster than 1976 Ford Thunderbird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Ford Thunderbird weights approximately 552 kg more than 2005 Toyota MR2.
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, 1976 Ford Thunderbird (317 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 147 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota MR2. (170 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1976 Ford Thunderbird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota MR2. 1976 Ford Thunderbird has automatic transmission and 2005 Toyota MR2 has manual transmission. 2005 Toyota MR2 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1976 Ford Thunderbird will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Ford Thunderbird | 2005 Toyota MR2 | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Thunderbird | MR2 |
Year Released | 1976 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 4942 cc | 1794 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 135 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 317 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.4:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 1068 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 3900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1250 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2340 mm |