1987 Ford Thunderbird vs. 1979 Talbot Sunbeam-Lotus
To start off, 1987 Ford Thunderbird is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Talbot Sunbeam-Lotus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Talbot Sunbeam-Lotus would be higher. At 2,301 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Ford Thunderbird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Ford Thunderbird (193 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1979 Talbot Sunbeam-Lotus. (150 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Ford Thunderbird should accelerate faster than 1979 Talbot Sunbeam-Lotus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Talbot Sunbeam-Lotus weights approximately 24 kg more than 1987 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. Let's talk about torque, 1979 Talbot Sunbeam-Lotus (203 Nm) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Ford Thunderbird. (91 Nm). This means 1979 Talbot Sunbeam-Lotus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Ford Thunderbird.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Ford Thunderbird | 1979 Talbot Sunbeam-Lotus | |
| Make | Ford | Talbot |
| Model | Thunderbird | Sunbeam-Lotus |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2301 cc | 2170 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 193 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 91 Nm | 203 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 95.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.4 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Top Speed | 222 km/hour | 195 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 936 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2420 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 116 L | 40 L |
