1995 Ford Thunderbird vs. 1988 Toyota Carina

To start off, 1995 Ford Thunderbird is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Toyota Carina would be higher. At 3,797 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Ford Thunderbird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Ford Thunderbird (230 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1988 Toyota Carina. (158 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Ford Thunderbird should accelerate faster than 1988 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Ford Thunderbird weights approximately 572 kg more than 1988 Toyota Carina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1995 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 1995 Ford Thunderbird. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Toyota Carina, 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, 1995 Ford Thunderbird (447 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 257 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Toyota Carina. (190 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1995 Ford Thunderbird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Toyota Carina. 1995 Ford Thunderbird has automatic transmission and 1988 Toyota Carina has manual transmission. 1988 Toyota Carina will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1995 Ford Thunderbird will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1995 Ford Thunderbird 1988 Toyota Carina
Make Ford Toyota
Model Thunderbird Carina
Year Released 1995 1988
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3797 cc 1998 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 230 HP 158 HP
Engine RPM 4400 RPM 6600 RPM
Torque 447 Nm 190 Nm
Torque RPM 2500 RPM 4800 RPM
Engine Bore Size 96.8 mm 86 mm
Engine Stroke Size 86 mm 86 mm
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 4 seats 4 seats
Vehicle Weight 1604 kg 1032 kg
Vehicle Length 5090 mm 4490 mm
Vehicle Width 1850 mm 1700 mm
Vehicle Height 1350 mm 1320 mm


 

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