1988 Ford Thunderbird vs. 1975 Audi Fox
To start off, 1988 Ford Thunderbird is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Audi Fox. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Audi Fox 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 (210 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 1975 Audi Fox. (90 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Ford Thunderbird should accelerate faster than 1975 Audi Fox. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Ford Thunderbird weights approximately 690 kg more than 1975 Audi Fox. 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, 1988 Ford Thunderbird (427 Nm) has 264 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Audi Fox. (163 Nm). This means 1988 Ford Thunderbird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Audi Fox.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Ford Thunderbird | 1975 Audi Fox | |
| Make | Ford | Audi |
| Model | Thunderbird | Fox |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3797 cc | 1779 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 427 Nm | 163 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.8 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.2:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 225 km/hour | 167 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 1020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2550 mm |
