1988 Ford Thunderbird vs. 2001 Suzuki GSX R4
To start off, 2001 Suzuki GSX R4 is newer by 13 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, 2001 Suzuki GSX R4 (170 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1988 Ford Thunderbird. (138 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Suzuki GSX R4 should accelerate faster than 1988 Ford Thunderbird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Ford Thunderbird weights approximately 970 kg more than 2001 Suzuki GSX R4.
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 (291 Nm) has 154 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Suzuki GSX R4. (137 Nm). This means 1988 Ford Thunderbird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Suzuki GSX R4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Ford Thunderbird | 2001 Suzuki GSX R4 | |
| Make | Ford | Suzuki |
| Model | Thunderbird | GSX R4 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1248 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 170 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 291 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 640 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 3560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1020 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2340 mm |
