2000 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1991 Ford Thunderbird
To start off, 2000 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Ford Thunderbird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Ford Thunderbird would be higher. At 5,665 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Chevrolet Corvette (339 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 142 more horse power than 1991 Ford Thunderbird. (197 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1991 Ford Thunderbird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Ford Thunderbird weights approximately 183 kg more than 2000 Chevrolet Corvette.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2000 Chevrolet Corvette (483 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Ford Thunderbird. (373 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2000 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Ford Thunderbird.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Chevrolet Corvette | 1991 Ford Thunderbird | |
Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
Model | Corvette | Thunderbird |
Year Released | 2000 | 1991 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5665 cc | 4942 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 339 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 483 Nm | 373 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 99.1 mm | 101.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 76.2 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1569 kg | 1752 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 5050 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2880 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 65 L |