1991 Ford Thunderbird vs. 2013 Toyota Tundra
To start off, 2013 Toyota Tundra is newer by 22 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 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Toyota Tundra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Toyota Tundra (306 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 168 more horse power than 1991 Ford Thunderbird. (138 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Tundra should accelerate faster than 1991 Ford Thunderbird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota Tundra weights approximately 951 kg more than 1991 Ford Thunderbird. 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, 2013 Toyota Tundra (443 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 152 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Ford Thunderbird. (291 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2013 Toyota Tundra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Ford Thunderbird.
Compare all specifications:
1991 Ford Thunderbird | 2013 Toyota Tundra | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Thunderbird | Tundra |
Year Released | 1991 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 4600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 306 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 291 Nm | 443 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96.9 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 83 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 2561 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 5810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2029 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1925 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 3221 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 100 L |