2004 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1995 Ford Thunderbird
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Ford Thunderbird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Ford Thunderbird would be higher. At 5,666 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Corvette (350 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 1995 Ford Thunderbird. (230 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1995 Ford Thunderbird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Ford Thunderbird weights approximately 104 kg more than 2004 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, 2004 Chevrolet Corvette (486 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Ford Thunderbird. (447 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2004 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Ford Thunderbird. 1995 Ford Thunderbird has automatic transmission and 2004 Chevrolet Corvette has manual transmission. 2004 Chevrolet Corvette will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1995 Ford Thunderbird will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Corvette | 1995 Ford Thunderbird | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | Corvette | Thunderbird |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5666 cc | 3797 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 230 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 486 Nm | 447 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 99 mm | 96.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 86 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1604 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 5090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2950 mm |
