1990 Ford Thunderbird vs. 2010 Chevrolet Orlando
To start off, 2010 Chevrolet Orlando is newer by 20 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, 2010 Chevrolet Orlando (174 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1990 Ford Thunderbird. (139 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Chevrolet Orlando should accelerate faster than 1990 Ford Thunderbird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Ford Thunderbird weights approximately 10 kg more than 2010 Chevrolet Orlando.
Because 2010 Chevrolet Orlando is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Ford Thunderbird. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Chevrolet Orlando 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 59 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Chevrolet Orlando. (232 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 1990 Ford Thunderbird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Chevrolet Orlando.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Ford Thunderbird | 2010 Chevrolet Orlando | |
| Make | Ford | Chevrolet |
| Model | Thunderbird | Orlando |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 2384 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 139 HP | 174 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6700 RPM |
| Torque | 291 Nm | 232 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 4652 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1836 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1633 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2760 mm |
