1993 Ford Thunderbird vs. 1994 Holden Statesman
To start off, 1994 Holden Statesman is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Ford Thunderbird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Ford Thunderbird would be higher. At 4,987 cc (8 cylinders), 1994 Holden Statesman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Holden Statesman (224 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 1993 Ford Thunderbird. (138 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Holden Statesman should accelerate faster than 1993 Ford Thunderbird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Ford Thunderbird weights approximately 90 kg more than 1994 Holden Statesman.
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, 1994 Holden Statesman (385 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Ford Thunderbird. (291 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1994 Holden Statesman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Ford Thunderbird.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Ford Thunderbird | 1994 Holden Statesman | |
| Make | Ford | Holden |
| Model | Thunderbird | Statesman |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3790 cc | 4987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 224 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 291 Nm | 385 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 1520 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2830 mm |
