1988 Ford Thunderbird vs. 2010 Ford Ranger
To start off, 2010 Ford Ranger is newer by 22 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, 2010 Ford Ranger (143 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1988 Ford Thunderbird. (138 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford Ranger should accelerate faster than 1988 Ford Thunderbird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Ford Thunderbird weights approximately 163 kg more than 2010 Ford Ranger.
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 82 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Ford Ranger. (209 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1988 Ford Thunderbird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Ford Ranger.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Ford Thunderbird | 2010 Ford Ranger | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Thunderbird | Ranger |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 2300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 291 Nm | 209 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 1447 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 5171 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1763 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1684 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 3193 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 74 L |
