1988 Ford Thunderbird vs. 2010 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen Golf 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 3,797 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Ford Thunderbird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Volkswagen Golf (170 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1988 Ford Thunderbird. (140 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 1988 Ford Thunderbird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Ford Thunderbird weights approximately 260 kg more than 2010 Volkswagen Golf.
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, 2010 Volkswagen Golf, 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 52 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Volkswagen Golf. (240 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1988 Ford Thunderbird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Volkswagen Golf. 1988 Ford Thunderbird has automatic transmission and 2010 Volkswagen Golf has manual transmission. 2010 Volkswagen Golf will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1988 Ford Thunderbird will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1988 Ford Thunderbird | 2010 Volkswagen Golf | |
Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
Model | Thunderbird | Golf |
Year Released | 1988 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3797 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 140 HP | 170 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 292 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1606 kg | 1346 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 4201 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1786 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1481 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2578 mm |