1991 Ford Thunderbird vs. 2010 Toyota Venza
To start off, 2010 Toyota Venza 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 15 more horse power than 2010 Toyota Venza. (182 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Ford Thunderbird should accelerate faster than 2010 Toyota Venza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Ford Thunderbird weights approximately 46 kg more than 2010 Toyota Venza. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Toyota Venza is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1991 Ford Thunderbird. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Toyota Venza 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 127 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Toyota Venza. (246 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1991 Ford Thunderbird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Toyota Venza.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Ford Thunderbird | 2010 Toyota Venza | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Thunderbird | Venza |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 2700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 373 Nm | 246 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4200 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 | 1752 kg | 1706 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 4801 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1905 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2776 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 67 L |
