1988 Ford Thunderbird vs. 1993 Honda Concerto
To start off, 1993 Honda Concerto is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Ford Thunderbird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Ford Thunderbird would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Ford Thunderbird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Ford Thunderbird (138 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1993 Honda Concerto. (89 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Ford Thunderbird should accelerate faster than 1993 Honda Concerto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Ford Thunderbird weights approximately 575 kg more than 1993 Honda Concerto. 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, 1993 Honda Concerto, 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 (291 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 172 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Honda Concerto. (119 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 1988 Ford Thunderbird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Honda Concerto.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Ford Thunderbird | 1993 Honda Concerto | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | Thunderbird | Concerto |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1492 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 291 Nm | 119 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.8 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 84.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 1035 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2560 mm |
