1992 Chevrolet Lumina vs. 1992 Ford Thunderbird
To start off, both 1992 Chevrolet Lumina and 1992 Ford Thunderbird were released in the same year (1992). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Ford Thunderbird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Chevrolet Lumina (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1992 Ford Thunderbird. (138 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Chevrolet Lumina should accelerate faster than 1992 Ford Thunderbird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Ford Thunderbird weights approximately 69 kg more than 1992 Chevrolet Lumina.
Because 1992 Ford Thunderbird is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1992 Ford Thunderbird. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 Chevrolet Lumina, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1992 Chevrolet Lumina (292 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Ford Thunderbird. (291 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1992 Chevrolet Lumina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Ford Thunderbird.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Chevrolet Lumina | 1992 Ford Thunderbird | |
Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
Model | Lumina | Thunderbird |
Year Released | 1992 | 1992 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3350 cc | 3791 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 210 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 292 Nm | 291 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1541 kg | 1610 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 5050 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2880 mm |