2001 Ford Thunderbird vs. 1995 Honda Accord
To start off, 2001 Ford Thunderbird is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Honda Accord 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 135 more horse power than 1995 Honda Accord. (114 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ford Thunderbird should accelerate faster than 1995 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Ford Thunderbird weights approximately 525 kg more than 1995 Honda Accord. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 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 2001 Ford Thunderbird. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Honda Accord, 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 Ford Thunderbird (388 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 216 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Honda Accord. (172 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2001 Ford Thunderbird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Ford Thunderbird | 1995 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | Thunderbird | Accord |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3933 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 249 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 388 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1745 kg | 1220 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 65 L |
