1987 Ford Thunderbird vs. 2009 Ford Crown Victoria
To start off, 2009 Ford Crown Victoria is newer by 22 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 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford Crown Victoria is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Crown Victoria (225 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1987 Ford Thunderbird. (193 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Crown Victoria should accelerate faster than 1987 Ford Thunderbird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ford Crown Victoria weights approximately 904 kg more than 1987 Ford Thunderbird. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2009 Ford Crown Victoria (369 Nm) has 278 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Ford Thunderbird. (91 Nm). This means 2009 Ford Crown Victoria will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Ford Thunderbird.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Ford Thunderbird | 2009 Ford Crown Victoria | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Thunderbird | Crown Victoria |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2301 cc | 4601 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 193 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 91 Nm | 369 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 90.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.4 mm | 89.9 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 936 kg | 1840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 5390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2920 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 116 L | 72 L |
