1997 Ford Thunderbird vs. 2001 Toyota Pod
To start off, 2001 Toyota Pod is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Ford Thunderbird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Ford Thunderbird would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Ford Thunderbird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Toyota Pod (201 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1997 Ford Thunderbird. (138 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Toyota Pod should accelerate faster than 1997 Ford Thunderbird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Ford Thunderbird weights approximately 676 kg more than 2001 Toyota Pod.
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, 2001 Toyota Pod, 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, 2001 Toyota Pod (430 Nm) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Ford Thunderbird. (291 Nm). This means 2001 Toyota Pod will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Ford Thunderbird.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Ford Thunderbird | 2001 Toyota Pod | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Thunderbird | Pod |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1495 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 291 Nm | 430 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.8 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 84.7 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 944 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 3940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 55 L |
