1986 Ford Thunderbird vs. 2007 Toyota Avensis
To start off, 2007 Toyota Avensis is newer by 21 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 17 more horse power than 2007 Toyota Avensis. (145 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Ford Thunderbird should accelerate faster than 2007 Toyota Avensis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Toyota Avensis weights approximately 38 kg more than 1986 Ford Thunderbird.
Because 1986 Ford Thunderbird is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1986 Ford Thunderbird. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Avensis, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Toyota Avensis. (196 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1986 Ford Thunderbird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Toyota Avensis.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Ford Thunderbird | 2007 Toyota Avensis | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Thunderbird | Avensis |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2299 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 162 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 241 Nm | 196 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.4 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1378 kg | 1416 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 60 L |
