1981 Cadillac Brougham vs. 1993 Ford Thunderbird
To start off, 1993 Ford Thunderbird is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Cadillac Brougham. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Cadillac Brougham would be higher. At 5,032 cc (8 cylinders), 1981 Cadillac Brougham is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Cadillac Brougham weights approximately 346 kg more than 1993 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.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Cadillac Brougham | 1993 Ford Thunderbird | |
Make | Cadillac | Ford |
Model | Brougham | Thunderbird |
Year Released | 1981 | 1993 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5032 cc | 3790 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 0 HP | 138 HP |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1956 kg | 1610 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5630 mm | 5050 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3090 mm | 2880 mm |