1995 Acura Legend vs. 1976 Ford Thunderbird
To start off, 1995 Acura Legend is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Ford Thunderbird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Ford Thunderbird would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Ford Thunderbird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Acura Legend (200 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1976 Ford Thunderbird. (135 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Acura Legend should accelerate faster than 1976 Ford Thunderbird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Ford Thunderbird weights approximately 25 kg more than 1995 Acura Legend.
Because 1976 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 1976 Ford Thunderbird. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Acura Legend, 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, 1976 Ford Thunderbird (317 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Acura Legend. (285 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1976 Ford Thunderbird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Acura Legend.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Acura Legend | 1976 Ford Thunderbird | |
Make | Acura | Ford |
Model | Legend | Thunderbird |
Year Released | 1995 | 1976 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3206 cc | 4942 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 135 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 317 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1595 kg | 1620 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 5100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2760 mm |