1988 Ford Thunderbird vs. 2000 SsangYong Chairman H
To start off, 2000 SsangYong Chairman H is newer by 12 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, 2000 SsangYong Chairman H (198 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1988 Ford Thunderbird. (140 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 SsangYong Chairman H should accelerate faster than 1988 Ford Thunderbird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 SsangYong Chairman H weights approximately 24 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.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 (292 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 SsangYong Chairman H. (272 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 1988 Ford Thunderbird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 SsangYong Chairman H.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Ford Thunderbird | 2000 SsangYong Chairman H | |
Make | Ford | SsangYong |
Model | Thunderbird | Chairman H |
Year Released | 1988 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3797 cc | 2787 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 140 HP | 198 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Torque | 292 Nm | 272 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1606 kg | 1630 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 5060 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2910 mm |