1988 Ford Thunderbird vs. 1988 Lancia Thema
To start off, both 1988 Ford Thunderbird and 1988 Lancia Thema were released in the same year (1988). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 92 more horse power than 1988 Lancia Thema. (118 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Ford Thunderbird should accelerate faster than 1988 Lancia Thema. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Ford Thunderbird weights approximately 495 kg more than 1988 Lancia Thema. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1988 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 1988 Ford Thunderbird. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Lancia Thema, 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, 1988 Ford Thunderbird (427 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 261 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Lancia Thema. (166 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1988 Ford Thunderbird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Lancia Thema.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Ford Thunderbird | 1988 Lancia Thema | |
Make | Ford | Lancia |
Model | Thunderbird | Thema |
Year Released | 1988 | 1988 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3797 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 210 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 427 Nm | 166 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96.8 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 90 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 1215 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 4600 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2710 mm |