1989 Ford Thunderbird vs. 2006 SsangYong Stavic
To start off, 2006 SsangYong Stavic is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Ford Thunderbird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Ford Thunderbird would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1989 Ford Thunderbird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 SsangYong Stavic (163 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1989 Ford Thunderbird. (138 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 SsangYong Stavic should accelerate faster than 1989 Ford Thunderbird.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 SsangYong Stavic (342 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Ford Thunderbird. (291 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2006 SsangYong Stavic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Ford Thunderbird.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Ford Thunderbird | 2006 SsangYong Stavic | |
| Make | Ford | SsangYong |
| Model | Thunderbird | Stavic |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 2696 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 291 Nm | 342 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1880 mm |
