2001 Acura TL vs. 1990 Ford Thunderbird
To start off, 2001 Acura TL is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Ford Thunderbird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Ford Thunderbird would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Ford Thunderbird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Acura TL (226 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1990 Ford Thunderbird. (139 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Acura TL should accelerate faster than 1990 Ford Thunderbird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Ford Thunderbird weights approximately 35 kg more than 2001 Acura TL.
Because 1990 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 1990 Ford Thunderbird. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Acura TL, 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 Acura TL (294 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Ford Thunderbird. (291 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2001 Acura TL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Ford Thunderbird.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Acura TL | 1990 Ford Thunderbird | |
| Make | Acura | Ford |
| Model | TL | Thunderbird |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3210 cc | 3791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 226 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 294 Nm | 291 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 96.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 1610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 5050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2880 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 45 L |
