1992 Ford Thunderbird vs. 2010 Nissan Frontier
To start off, 2010 Nissan Frontier is newer by 18 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 3,952 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Nissan Frontier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Nissan Frontier (261 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 1992 Ford Thunderbird. (138 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Nissan Frontier should accelerate faster than 1992 Ford Thunderbird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Nissan Frontier weights approximately 706 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, 2010 Nissan Frontier (381 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Ford Thunderbird. (291 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2010 Nissan Frontier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Ford Thunderbird.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Ford Thunderbird | 2010 Nissan Frontier | |
Make | Ford | Nissan |
Model | Thunderbird | Frontier |
Year Released | 1992 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 3952 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 261 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 291 Nm | 381 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 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 | 1610 kg | 2316 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 5230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 3200 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 80 L |