1997 Ford Thunderbird vs. 1997 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, both 1997 Ford Thunderbird and 1997 Volkswagen Golf were released in the same year (1997). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,599 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Ford Thunderbird is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Ford Thunderbird weights approximately 330 kg more than 1997 Volkswagen Golf.
Because 1997 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 1997 Ford Thunderbird. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Volkswagen Golf, 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.
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1997 Ford Thunderbird | 1997 Volkswagen Golf | |
Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
Model | Thunderbird | Golf |
Year Released | 1997 | 1997 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4599 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 0 HP | 115 HP |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 1290 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2520 mm |