1992 Ford Thunderbird vs. 1997 Lexus LS
To start off, 1997 Lexus LS is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Ford Thunderbird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Ford Thunderbird would be higher. At 3,967 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Lexus LS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Lexus LS (280 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 142 more horse power than 1992 Ford Thunderbird. (138 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Lexus LS should accelerate faster than 1992 Ford Thunderbird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Lexus LS weights approximately 205 kg more than 1992 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, 1997 Lexus LS (398 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Ford Thunderbird. (291 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1997 Lexus LS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Ford Thunderbird.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Ford Thunderbird | 1997 Lexus LS | |
| Make | Ford | Lexus |
| Model | Thunderbird | LS |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 3967 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 280 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 291 Nm | 398 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 1815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 5010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 85 L |
