1994 Ford Thunderbird vs. 1987 Porsche 924
To start off, 1994 Ford Thunderbird is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Porsche 924. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Porsche 924 would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Ford Thunderbird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Porsche 924 (161 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1994 Ford Thunderbird. (138 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Porsche 924 should accelerate faster than 1994 Ford Thunderbird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Ford Thunderbird weights approximately 425 kg more than 1987 Porsche 924.
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 Ford Thunderbird (291 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Porsche 924. (210 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1994 Ford Thunderbird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Porsche 924.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Ford Thunderbird | 1987 Porsche 924 | |
Make | Ford | Porsche |
Model | Thunderbird | 924 |
Year Released | 1994 | 1987 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 2479 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 161 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Torque | 291 Nm | 210 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96.8 mm | 100 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 78.9 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 1195 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4220 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2410 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 66 L |