1988 Ford Thunderbird vs. 2012 Chevrolet Express
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Express is newer by 24 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 4,300 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Ford Thunderbird (210 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2012 Chevrolet Express. (195 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Ford Thunderbird should accelerate faster than 2012 Chevrolet Express. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 521 kg more than 1988 Ford Thunderbird.
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 (427 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Chevrolet Express. (352 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1988 Ford Thunderbird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Chevrolet Express.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Ford Thunderbird | 2012 Chevrolet Express | |
| Make | Ford | Chevrolet |
| Model | Thunderbird | Express |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3797 cc | 4300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 195 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 427 Nm | 352 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 2231 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 5692 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2012 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 2126 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 3429 mm |
