1987 Ford Thunderbird vs. 1987 Mazda MX-6
To start off, both 1987 Ford Thunderbird and 1987 Mazda MX-6 were released in the same year (1987). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 48 more horse power than 1987 Mazda MX-6. (145 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Ford Thunderbird should accelerate faster than 1987 Mazda MX-6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Mazda MX-6 weights approximately 302 kg more than 1987 Ford Thunderbird.
Because 1987 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 1987 Ford Thunderbird. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 Mazda MX-6, 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, 1987 Mazda MX-6 (257 Nm) has 166 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Ford Thunderbird. (91 Nm). This means 1987 Mazda MX-6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Ford Thunderbird.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Ford Thunderbird | 1987 Mazda MX-6 | |
Make | Ford | Mazda |
Model | Thunderbird | MX-6 |
Year Released | 1987 | 1987 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2301 cc | 2182 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 193 HP | 145 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Torque | 91 Nm | 257 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.4 mm | 94 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 936 kg | 1238 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2520 mm |