1988 Ford Thunderbird vs. 2004 MG XPower
To start off, 2004 MG XPower is newer by 16 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 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 MG XPower is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 MG XPower (317 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 179 more horse power than 1988 Ford Thunderbird. (138 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 MG XPower should accelerate faster than 1988 Ford Thunderbird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Ford Thunderbird weights approximately 70 kg more than 2004 MG XPower.
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, 2004 MG XPower (410 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Ford Thunderbird. (291 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2004 MG XPower will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Ford Thunderbird.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Ford Thunderbird | 2004 MG XPower | |
| Make | Ford | MG |
| Model | Thunderbird | XPower |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2004 |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 4600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 317 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 291 Nm | 410 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2680 mm |
