1991 Ford Thunderbird vs. 1988 Toyota Model F
To start off, 1991 Ford Thunderbird is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Toyota Model F. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Toyota Model F would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1991 Ford Thunderbird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Ford Thunderbird (138 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1988 Toyota Model F. (76 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Ford Thunderbird should accelerate faster than 1988 Toyota Model F. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Ford Thunderbird weights approximately 310 kg more than 1988 Toyota Model F. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1991 Ford Thunderbird (291 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 151 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Toyota Model F. (140 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1991 Ford Thunderbird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Toyota Model F.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Ford Thunderbird | 1988 Toyota Model F | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Thunderbird | Model F |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1812 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 291 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.9 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 78 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 8 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2240 mm |
