1987 Ford Thunderbird vs. 1997 Kia Potentia
To start off, 1997 Kia Potentia is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Ford Thunderbird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Ford Thunderbird would be higher. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Kia Potentia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Ford Thunderbird (193 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1997 Kia Potentia. (174 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Ford Thunderbird should accelerate faster than 1997 Kia Potentia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Kia Potentia weights approximately 549 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, 1997 Kia Potentia (186 Nm) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Ford Thunderbird. (91 Nm). This means 1997 Kia Potentia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Ford Thunderbird.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Ford Thunderbird | 1997 Kia Potentia | |
| Make | Ford | Kia |
| Model | Thunderbird | Potentia |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2301 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 193 HP | 174 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 91 Nm | 186 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 936 kg | 1485 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 4960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2720 mm |
