1987 Ford Thunderbird vs. 2000 GAZ 3111
To start off, 2000 GAZ 3111 is newer by 13 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 2,301 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Ford Thunderbird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Ford Thunderbird (193 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2000 GAZ 3111. (148 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Ford Thunderbird should accelerate faster than 2000 GAZ 3111. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 GAZ 3111 weights approximately 564 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, 2000 GAZ 3111 (216 Nm) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Ford Thunderbird. (91 Nm). This means 2000 GAZ 3111 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Ford Thunderbird.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Ford Thunderbird | 2000 GAZ 3111 | |
| Make | Ford | GAZ |
| Model | Thunderbird | 3111 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2301 cc | 2287 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 193 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 91 Nm | 216 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.4 mm | 86 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 936 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 4950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2810 mm |
