1988 Ford Thunderbird vs. 1996 Tatra T700
To start off, 1996 Tatra T700 is newer by 8 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 3,797 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Ford Thunderbird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Tatra T700 (197 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1988 Ford Thunderbird. (140 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Tatra T700 should accelerate faster than 1988 Ford Thunderbird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Tatra T700 weights approximately 234 kg more than 1988 Ford Thunderbird. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1996 Tatra T700 (300 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Ford Thunderbird. (292 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1996 Tatra T700 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Ford Thunderbird.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Ford Thunderbird | 1996 Tatra T700 | |
| Make | Ford | Tatra |
| Model | Thunderbird | T700 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1996 |
| Engine Size | 3797 cc | 3495 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 292 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1606 kg | 1840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 5140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 3140 mm |
