1987 Ford Thunderbird vs. 2011 Honda Civic
To start off, 2011 Honda Civic is newer by 24 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) has 55 more horse power than 2011 Honda Civic. (138 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Ford Thunderbird should accelerate faster than 2011 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Honda Civic weights approximately 384 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, 2011 Honda Civic, 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, 2011 Honda Civic (174 Nm) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Ford Thunderbird. (91 Nm). This means 2011 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Ford Thunderbird.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Ford Thunderbird | 2011 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | Thunderbird | Civic |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2301 cc | 1799 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 193 HP | 138 HP |
| Torque | 91 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.4 mm | 87.3 mm |
| Top Speed | 222 km/hour | 204 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 936 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1785 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1460 mm |
