2001 Ford Thunderbird vs. 1988 Mercury Cougar
To start off, 2001 Ford Thunderbird is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Mercury Cougar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Mercury Cougar would be higher. At 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 1988 Mercury Cougar is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Ford Thunderbird weights approximately 125 kg more than 1988 Mercury Cougar.
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.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Ford Thunderbird | 1988 Mercury Cougar | |
Make | Ford | Mercury |
Model | Thunderbird | Cougar |
Year Released | 2001 | 1988 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3933 cc | 4601 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 249 HP | 0 HP |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1745 kg | 1620 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 5090 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1860 mm |