1994 Ford Thunderbird vs. 1999 Toyota Celica
To start off, 1999 Toyota Celica is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Ford Thunderbird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Ford Thunderbird would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Ford Thunderbird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Toyota Celica (145 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1994 Ford Thunderbird. (138 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Toyota Celica should accelerate faster than 1994 Ford Thunderbird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Ford Thunderbird weights approximately 530 kg more than 1999 Toyota Celica.
Because 1994 Ford Thunderbird is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1994 Ford Thunderbird. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Toyota Celica, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 119 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Toyota Celica. (172 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1994 Ford Thunderbird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Ford Thunderbird | 1999 Toyota Celica | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Thunderbird | Celica |
Year Released | 1994 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1792 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 145 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 291 Nm | 172 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96.8 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 91.5 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 1090 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4340 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 55 L |