1986 Ford Thunderbird vs. 1988 Toyota Model F
To start off, 1988 Toyota Model F is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Ford Thunderbird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Ford Thunderbird would be higher. At 2,299 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Ford Thunderbird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Ford Thunderbird (162 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 1988 Toyota Model F. (76 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Ford Thunderbird should accelerate faster than 1988 Toyota Model F. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Ford Thunderbird weights approximately 78 kg more than 1988 Toyota Model F. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1986 Ford Thunderbird (241 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Toyota Model F. (140 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1986 Ford Thunderbird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Toyota Model F.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Ford Thunderbird | 1988 Toyota Model F | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Thunderbird | Model F |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2299 cc | 1812 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 162 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 241 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.4 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 8 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1378 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2240 mm |
