1995 Ford Thunderbird vs. 2004 Toyota Tundra
To start off, 2004 Toyota Tundra is newer by 9 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 @ 4400 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2004 Toyota Tundra. (190 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Ford Thunderbird should accelerate faster than 2004 Toyota Tundra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Toyota Tundra weights approximately 176 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 149 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Toyota Tundra. (298 Nm). This means 1995 Ford Thunderbird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Toyota Tundra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Ford Thunderbird | 2004 Toyota Tundra | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Thunderbird | Tundra |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3797 cc | 3376 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 447 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.8 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 82 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1604 kg | 1780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 5530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 3270 mm |
