1994 Ford Thunderbird vs. 2011 Honda Accord Crosstour
To start off, 2011 Honda Accord Crosstour is newer by 17 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, 2011 Honda Accord Crosstour (271 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 133 more horse power than 1994 Ford Thunderbird. (138 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Honda Accord Crosstour should accelerate faster than 1994 Ford Thunderbird.
Because 2011 Honda Accord Crosstour is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 Ford Thunderbird. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Honda Accord Crosstour 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 Honda Accord Crosstour (344 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Ford Thunderbird. (291 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2011 Honda Accord Crosstour will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Ford Thunderbird.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Ford Thunderbird | 2011 Honda Accord Crosstour | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | Thunderbird | Accord Crosstour |
| Year Released | 1994 | 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 | 271 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 291 Nm | 344 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4999 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1897 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1669 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2797 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 70 L |
