2005 Dodge Magnum vs. 1990 Ford Thunderbird
To start off, 2005 Dodge Magnum is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Ford Thunderbird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Ford Thunderbird would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Ford Thunderbird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Dodge Magnum (190 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1990 Ford Thunderbird. (139 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Magnum should accelerate faster than 1990 Ford Thunderbird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Magnum weights approximately 139 kg more than 1990 Ford Thunderbird. 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, 1990 Ford Thunderbird (291 Nm) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Dodge Magnum. (258 Nm). This means 1990 Ford Thunderbird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Dodge Magnum.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Dodge Magnum | 1990 Ford Thunderbird | |
| Make | Dodge | Ford |
| Model | Magnum | Thunderbird |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2737 cc | 3791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 258 Nm | 291 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 96.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 86 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1749 kg | 1610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 5050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2880 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 45 L |
