1990 Ford Thunderbird vs. 1960 Land Rover 88
To start off, 1990 Ford Thunderbird is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Land Rover 88. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Land Rover 88 would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Ford Thunderbird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Ford Thunderbird (139 HP) has 72 more horse power than 1960 Land Rover 88. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Ford Thunderbird should accelerate faster than 1960 Land Rover 88. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Ford Thunderbird weights approximately 150 kg more than 1960 Land Rover 88. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1960 Land Rover 88 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Ford Thunderbird. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1960 Land Rover 88 will offer significantly more control. 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, 1990 Ford Thunderbird (291 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Land Rover 88. (157 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1990 Ford Thunderbird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Land Rover 88.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Ford Thunderbird | 1960 Land Rover 88 | |
| Make | Ford | Land Rover |
| Model | Thunderbird | 88 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 2286 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 139 HP | 67 HP |
| Torque | 291 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 1460 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 3630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1980 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2240 mm |
