1995 Ford Thunderbird vs. 2010 Honda Odyssey
To start off, 2010 Honda Odyssey is newer by 15 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, 2010 Honda Odyssey (244 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1995 Ford Thunderbird. (230 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Honda Odyssey should accelerate faster than 1995 Ford Thunderbird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Honda Odyssey weights approximately 471 kg more than 1995 Ford Thunderbird. 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, 2010 Honda Odyssey, 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 115 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Honda Odyssey. (332 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 1995 Ford Thunderbird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Honda Odyssey.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Ford Thunderbird | 2010 Honda Odyssey | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | Thunderbird | Odyssey |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3797 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 244 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 447 Nm | 332 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1604 kg | 2075 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 5133 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1958 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1778 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 3000 mm |
