1991 Ford Thunderbird vs. 2010 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2010 Toyota Tacoma is newer by 19 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 38 more horse power than 2010 Toyota Tacoma. (159 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Ford Thunderbird should accelerate faster than 2010 Toyota Tacoma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Ford Thunderbird weights approximately 68 kg more than 2010 Toyota Tacoma. 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 (373 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Toyota Tacoma. (244 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1991 Ford Thunderbird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Toyota Tacoma.
Compare all specifications:
1991 Ford Thunderbird | 2010 Toyota Tacoma | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Thunderbird | Tacoma |
Year Released | 1991 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4942 cc | 2694 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 159 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 373 Nm | 244 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1752 kg | 1684 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 5290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 3250 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 79 L |