2001 Ford Thunderbird vs. 1994 Ford Mustang
To start off, 2001 Ford Thunderbird is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 3,933 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Ford Thunderbird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Ford Thunderbird (249 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 1994 Ford Mustang. (143 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ford Thunderbird should accelerate faster than 1994 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Ford Thunderbird weights approximately 355 kg more than 1994 Ford Mustang. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2001 Ford Thunderbird (388 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Ford Mustang. (298 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2001 Ford Thunderbird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Ford Mustang.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Ford Thunderbird | 1994 Ford Mustang | |
Make | Ford | Ford |
Model | Thunderbird | Mustang |
Year Released | 2001 | 1994 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3933 cc | 3797 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 249 HP | 143 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 388 Nm | 298 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86.1 mm | 96.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85.1 mm | 86 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1745 kg | 1390 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2580 mm |