1988 Ford Thunderbird vs. 1949 Triumph Renown
To start off, 1988 Ford Thunderbird is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Triumph Renown. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Triumph Renown would be higher. At 3,797 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Ford Thunderbird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Ford Thunderbird (140 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1949 Triumph Renown. (67 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Ford Thunderbird should accelerate faster than 1949 Triumph Renown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Ford Thunderbird weights approximately 326 kg more than 1949 Triumph Renown. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1988 Ford Thunderbird (292 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Triumph Renown. (148 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1988 Ford Thunderbird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 Triumph Renown.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Ford Thunderbird | 1949 Triumph Renown | |
| Make | Ford | Triumph |
| Model | Thunderbird | Renown |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1949 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3797 cc | 2088 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 292 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.8 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 92 mm |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1606 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2750 mm |
