1977 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1990 Ford Thunderbird
To start off, 1990 Ford Thunderbird is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,765 cc (8 cylinders), 1977 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Chevrolet Corvette (207 HP) has 68 more horse power than 1990 Ford Thunderbird. (139 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1990 Ford Thunderbird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Ford Thunderbird weights approximately 46 kg more than 1977 Chevrolet Corvette.
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, 1977 Chevrolet Corvette (346 Nm) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Ford Thunderbird. (291 Nm). This means 1977 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Ford Thunderbird.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Chevrolet Corvette | 1990 Ford Thunderbird | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | Corvette | Thunderbird |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5765 cc | 3791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 207 HP | 139 HP |
| Torque | 346 Nm | 291 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1564 kg | 1610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 5050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2880 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 45 L |
