1988 Ford Thunderbird vs. 2006 Smart ForTwo
To start off, 2006 Smart ForTwo is newer by 18 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, 1988 Ford Thunderbird (138 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 2006 Smart ForTwo. (74 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Ford Thunderbird should accelerate faster than 2006 Smart ForTwo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Ford Thunderbird weights approximately 790 kg more than 2006 Smart ForTwo. 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 (291 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 181 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Smart ForTwo. (110 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1988 Ford Thunderbird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Smart ForTwo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Ford Thunderbird | 2006 Smart ForTwo | |
| Make | Ford | Smart |
| Model | Thunderbird | ForTwo |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 697 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 291 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.8 mm | 66.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 67 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 2510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 1820 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 33 L |
