1987 Ford Thunderbird vs. 2003 Ford Econovan
To start off, 2003 Ford Econovan is newer by 16 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 103 more horse power than 2003 Ford Econovan. (90 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Ford Thunderbird should accelerate faster than 2003 Ford Econovan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Ford Econovan weights approximately 359 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, 2003 Ford Econovan (139 Nm) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Ford Thunderbird. (91 Nm). This means 2003 Ford Econovan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Ford Thunderbird.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Ford Thunderbird | 2003 Ford Econovan | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Thunderbird | Econovan |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2301 cc | 1789 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 193 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 91 Nm | 139 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 936 kg | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2210 mm |
