1988 Ford Thunderbird vs. 2005 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2005 Toyota Tacoma is newer by 17 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 3,950 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Tacoma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Tacoma (245 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 1988 Ford Thunderbird. (138 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Tacoma should accelerate faster than 1988 Ford Thunderbird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Ford Thunderbird weights approximately 56 kg more than 2005 Toyota Tacoma.
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, 2005 Toyota Tacoma (382 Nm) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Ford Thunderbird. (291 Nm). This means 2005 Toyota Tacoma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Ford Thunderbird.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Ford Thunderbird | 2005 Toyota Tacoma | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Thunderbird | Tacoma |
Year Released | 1988 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 3950 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 245 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 291 Nm | 382 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 96.8 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 95 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 1554 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 5290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 3250 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 79 L |