1996 Ford Thunderbird vs. 2009 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2009 Toyota Land Cruiser is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Ford Thunderbird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Ford Thunderbird would be higher. At 5,661 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Toyota Land Cruiser (376 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 238 more horse power than 1996 Ford Thunderbird. (138 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1996 Ford Thunderbird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Ford Thunderbird weights approximately 290 kg more than 2009 Toyota Land Cruiser.
Because 2009 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Ford Thunderbird. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Toyota Land Cruiser 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, 2009 Toyota Land Cruiser (401 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Ford Thunderbird. (291 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2009 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Ford Thunderbird.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Ford Thunderbird | 2009 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Thunderbird | Land Cruiser |
Year Released | 1996 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 5661 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 376 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 291 Nm | 401 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.2:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 1330 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1980 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1890 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 96 L |