1989 Chrysler ES vs. 1989 Ford Thunderbird
To start off, both 1989 Chrysler ES and 1989 Ford Thunderbird were released in the same year (1989). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1989 Ford Thunderbird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Ford Thunderbird (138 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1989 Chrysler ES. (93 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Ford Thunderbird should accelerate faster than 1989 Chrysler ES. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Ford Thunderbird weights approximately 469 kg more than 1989 Chrysler ES. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1989 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 1989 Ford Thunderbird. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Chrysler ES, 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, 1989 Ford Thunderbird (291 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Chrysler ES. (165 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1989 Ford Thunderbird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Chrysler ES.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Chrysler ES | 1989 Ford Thunderbird | |
| Make | Chrysler | Ford |
| Model | ES | Thunderbird |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2213 cc | 3791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 93 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 291 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.6 mm | 96.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1145 kg | 1614 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 5050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2880 mm |
