1990 Ford Thunderbird vs. 2001 Honda Integra
To start off, 2001 Honda Integra is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Ford Thunderbird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Ford Thunderbird would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Ford Thunderbird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Honda Integra (160 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1990 Ford Thunderbird. (139 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Honda Integra should accelerate faster than 1990 Ford Thunderbird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Ford Thunderbird weights approximately 410 kg more than 2001 Honda Integra.
Because 1990 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 1990 Ford Thunderbird. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Honda Integra, 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, 1990 Ford Thunderbird (291 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Honda Integra. (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1990 Ford Thunderbird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Honda Integra.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Ford Thunderbird | 2001 Honda Integra | |
Make | Ford | Honda |
Model | Thunderbird | Integra |
Year Released | 1990 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 139 HP | 160 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 291 Nm | 192 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 1200 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 4390 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 50 L |