1988 Ford Thunderbird vs. 1995 Hyundai Marcia
To start off, 1995 Hyundai Marcia is newer by 7 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, 1995 Hyundai Marcia (143 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1988 Ford Thunderbird. (138 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Hyundai Marcia should accelerate faster than 1988 Ford Thunderbird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Ford Thunderbird weights approximately 260 kg more than 1995 Hyundai Marcia.
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, 1995 Hyundai Marcia, 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 102 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Hyundai Marcia. (189 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1988 Ford Thunderbird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Hyundai Marcia.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Ford Thunderbird | 1995 Hyundai Marcia | |
Make | Ford | Hyundai |
Model | Thunderbird | Marcia |
Year Released | 1988 | 1995 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 143 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 291 Nm | 189 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 1350 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 4780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2710 mm |