1988 Ford Thunderbird vs. 2007 Nissan Primera

To start off, 2007 Nissan Primera is newer by 19 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 3,797 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Ford Thunderbird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Ford Thunderbird (140 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2007 Nissan Primera. (114 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Ford Thunderbird should accelerate faster than 2007 Nissan Primera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Ford Thunderbird weights approximately 195 kg more than 2007 Nissan Primera. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1988 Ford Thunderbird is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1988 Ford Thunderbird. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Primera, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 (292 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Nissan Primera. (163 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1988 Ford Thunderbird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Nissan Primera.

Compare all specifications:

1988 Ford Thunderbird 2007 Nissan Primera
Make Ford Nissan
Model Thunderbird Primera
Year Released 1988 2007
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3797 cc 1769 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 140 HP 114 HP
Engine RPM 3800 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 292 Nm 163 Nm
Torque RPM 2400 RPM 4000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 96.8 mm 80.1 mm
Engine Stroke Size 86 mm 88 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 9.0:1 9.5:1
Drive Type Rear Front
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1606 kg 1411 kg
Vehicle Length 5050 mm 4680 mm
Vehicle Width 1850 mm 1770 mm
Vehicle Height 1350 mm 1490 mm
Wheelbase Size 2880 mm 2690 mm


 

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