1992 Ford Thunderbird vs. 2011 Toyota Sienna
To start off, 2011 Toyota Sienna is newer by 19 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 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Ford Thunderbird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Toyota Sienna (266 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 128 more horse power than 1992 Ford Thunderbird. (138 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Toyota Sienna should accelerate faster than 1992 Ford Thunderbird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Toyota Sienna weights approximately 538 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.
Because 2011 Toyota Sienna is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1992 Ford Thunderbird. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Toyota Sienna 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, 2011 Toyota Sienna (332 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Ford Thunderbird. (291 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2011 Toyota Sienna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Ford Thunderbird.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Ford Thunderbird | 2011 Toyota Sienna | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Thunderbird | Sienna |
Year Released | 1992 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 266 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 291 Nm | 332 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 2148 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 5085 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1984 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1811 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 3030 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 76 L |