1979 Ford Thunderbird vs. 1994 Ford Thunderbird
To start off, 1994 Ford Thunderbird is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Ford Thunderbird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Ford Thunderbird would be higher. At 5,731 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Ford Thunderbird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Ford Thunderbird (138 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1979 Ford Thunderbird. (135 HP @ 3200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Ford Thunderbird should accelerate faster than 1979 Ford Thunderbird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Ford Thunderbird weights approximately 193 kg more than 1994 Ford Thunderbird.
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, 1979 Ford Thunderbird (386 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Ford Thunderbird. (291 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1979 Ford Thunderbird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Ford Thunderbird.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Ford Thunderbird | 1994 Ford Thunderbird | |
Make | Ford | Ford |
Model | Thunderbird | Thunderbird |
Year Released | 1979 | 1994 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5731 cc | 3791 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 135 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 386 Nm | 291 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 96.8 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.8 mm | 86 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1813 kg | 1620 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5520 mm | 5090 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2880 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 60 L |