1988 Ford Thunderbird vs. 2002 Vauxhall Monaro
To start off, 2002 Vauxhall Monaro is newer by 14 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 5,665 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Vauxhall Monaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Vauxhall Monaro (383 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 243 more horse power than 1988 Ford Thunderbird. (140 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Vauxhall Monaro should accelerate faster than 1988 Ford Thunderbird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Vauxhall Monaro weights approximately 54 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, 2002 Vauxhall Monaro (510 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 218 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Ford Thunderbird. (292 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2002 Vauxhall Monaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Ford Thunderbird.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Ford Thunderbird | 2002 Vauxhall Monaro | |
Make | Ford | Vauxhall |
Model | Thunderbird | Monaro |
Year Released | 1988 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3797 cc | 5665 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 140 HP | 383 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 292 Nm | 510 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96.8 mm | 99 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 92 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1606 kg | 1660 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2800 mm |