1990 Ford Thunderbird vs. 1982 Porsche 944
To start off, 1990 Ford Thunderbird is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Porsche 944. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Porsche 944 would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Ford Thunderbird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Porsche 944 (151 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1990 Ford Thunderbird. (139 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Porsche 944 should accelerate faster than 1990 Ford Thunderbird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Ford Thunderbird weights approximately 265 kg more than 1982 Porsche 944.
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, 1990 Ford Thunderbird (291 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Porsche 944. (195 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1990 Ford Thunderbird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Porsche 944.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Ford Thunderbird | 1982 Porsche 944 | |
Make | Ford | Porsche |
Model | Thunderbird | 944 |
Year Released | 1990 | 1982 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 2479 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 139 HP | 151 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 291 Nm | 195 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96.8 mm | 100 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 78.9 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 1345 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 4210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2410 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 66 L |