1986 Ford Thunderbird vs. 2005 Honda That
To start off, 2005 Honda That is newer by 19 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 111 more horse power than 2005 Honda That. (51 HP @ 7200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Ford Thunderbird should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda That. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Ford Thunderbird weights approximately 558 kg more than 2005 Honda That. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Honda That is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 Ford Thunderbird. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Honda That will offer significantly more control. 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 180 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda That. (61 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1986 Ford Thunderbird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda That.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Ford Thunderbird | 2005 Honda That | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | Thunderbird | That |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2299 cc | 655 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 162 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Torque | 241 Nm | 61 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 66 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.4 mm | 64 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1378 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 3400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2370 mm |
