1995 Ford Thunderbird vs. 1999 Lexus RX
To start off, 1999 Lexus RX is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Ford Thunderbird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Ford Thunderbird 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) has 10 more horse power than 1999 Lexus RX. (220 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Ford Thunderbird should accelerate faster than 1999 Lexus RX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Lexus RX weights approximately 826 kg more than 1995 Ford Thunderbird.
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, 1995 Ford Thunderbird (447 Nm) has 146 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Lexus RX. (301 Nm). This means 1995 Ford Thunderbird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Lexus RX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Ford Thunderbird | 1999 Lexus RX | |
| Make | Ford | Lexus |
| Model | Thunderbird | RX |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3797 cc | 2995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 220 HP |
| Torque | 447 Nm | 301 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1604 kg | 2430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2630 mm |
