1988 Ford Thunderbird vs. 2009 Hyundai H1
To start off, 2009 Hyundai H1 is newer by 21 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 (210 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 2009 Hyundai H1. (169 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Ford Thunderbird should accelerate faster than 2009 Hyundai H1.
Let's talk about torque, 1988 Ford Thunderbird (427 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 203 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Hyundai H1. (224 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1988 Ford Thunderbird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Hyundai H1.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Ford Thunderbird | 2009 Hyundai H1 | |
| Make | Ford | Hyundai |
| Model | Thunderbird | H1 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3797 cc | 2359 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 169 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 427 Nm | 224 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.8 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 97 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.2:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 225 km/hour | 182 km/hour |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 9 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 5130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1940 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 3210 mm |
