1988 Ford Thunderbird vs. 1998 Honda Accord
To start off, 1998 Honda Accord is newer by 10 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, 1998 Honda Accord (150 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1988 Ford Thunderbird. (138 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1988 Ford Thunderbird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Ford Thunderbird weights approximately 308 kg more than 1998 Honda Accord.
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, 1998 Honda Accord, 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 105 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Honda Accord. (186 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1988 Ford Thunderbird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Ford Thunderbird | 1998 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | Thunderbird | Accord |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1998 |
| 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 | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 291 Nm | 186 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.8 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 88 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 1302 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 60 L |
