2004 Ford Thunderbird vs. 1996 Volvo V90
To start off, 2004 Ford Thunderbird is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Volvo V90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Volvo V90 would be higher. At 3,933 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ford Thunderbird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Thunderbird (280 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1996 Volvo V90. (200 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Thunderbird should accelerate faster than 1996 Volvo V90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Thunderbird weights approximately 82 kg more than 1996 Volvo V90. 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, 2004 Ford Thunderbird (388 Nm) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Volvo V90. (261 Nm). This means 2004 Ford Thunderbird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Volvo V90.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Thunderbird | 1996 Volvo V90 | |
| Make | Ford | Volvo |
| Model | Thunderbird | V90 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3933 cc | 2978 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 280 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 388 Nm | 261 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 90 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1712 kg | 1630 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1450 mm |
