1987 Chrysler TC vs. 2006 Ford Five Hundred
To start off, 2006 Ford Five Hundred is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Chrysler TC. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Chrysler TC would be higher. At 2,983 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Ford Five Hundred is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Five Hundred (203 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1987 Chrysler TC. (175 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Five Hundred should accelerate faster than 1987 Chrysler TC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Five Hundred weights approximately 241 kg more than 1987 Chrysler TC. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Ford Five Hundred is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Chrysler TC. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Ford Five Hundred 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, 2006 Ford Five Hundred (281 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Chrysler TC. (271 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Five Hundred will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Chrysler TC.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Chrysler TC | 2006 Ford Five Hundred | |
| Make | Chrysler | Ford |
| Model | TC | Five Hundred |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2213 cc | 2983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 203 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 281 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1474 kg | 1715 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 5100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2870 mm |
