1995 Ford Thunderbird vs. 2008 Toyota 4Runner
To start off, 2008 Toyota 4Runner is newer by 13 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 4,664 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Toyota 4Runner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Toyota 4Runner (260 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1995 Ford Thunderbird. (230 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota 4Runner should accelerate faster than 1995 Ford Thunderbird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Ford Thunderbird weights approximately 274 kg more than 2008 Toyota 4Runner.
Because 2008 Toyota 4Runner is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Ford Thunderbird. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Toyota 4Runner 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, 1995 Ford Thunderbird (447 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Toyota 4Runner. (415 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1995 Ford Thunderbird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Toyota 4Runner.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Ford Thunderbird | 2008 Toyota 4Runner | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Thunderbird | 4Runner |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3797 cc | 4664 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 260 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 447 Nm | 415 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1604 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2800 mm |
