1991 Ford Thunderbird vs. 1996 Land Rover Range Rover
To start off, 1996 Land Rover Range Rover is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Ford Thunderbird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Ford Thunderbird would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1991 Ford Thunderbird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Ford Thunderbird (197 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1996 Land Rover Range Rover. (188 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Ford Thunderbird should accelerate faster than 1996 Land Rover Range Rover. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Land Rover Range Rover weights approximately 338 kg more than 1991 Ford Thunderbird.
Because 1996 Land Rover Range Rover is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1991 Ford Thunderbird. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Land Rover Range Rover 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, 1991 Ford Thunderbird (373 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Land Rover Range Rover. (320 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1991 Ford Thunderbird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Land Rover Range Rover.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Ford Thunderbird | 1996 Land Rover Range Rover | |
| Make | Ford | Land Rover |
| Model | Thunderbird | Range Rover |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 3946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 188 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 373 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1752 kg | 2090 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2750 mm |
