2005 Ford Econoline vs. 1988 Ford Thunderbird
To start off, 2005 Ford Econoline is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Ford Thunderbird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Ford Thunderbird would be higher. At 4,195 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Ford Econoline is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Ford Thunderbird (210 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2005 Ford Econoline. (197 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Ford Thunderbird should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Econoline. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Econoline weights approximately 615 kg more than 1988 Ford Thunderbird.
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, 1988 Ford Thunderbird (427 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Econoline. (338 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1988 Ford Thunderbird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Econoline.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Ford Econoline | 1988 Ford Thunderbird | |
Make | Ford | Ford |
Model | Econoline | Thunderbird |
Year Released | 2005 | 1988 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4195 cc | 3797 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 210 HP |
Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 338 Nm | 427 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 2325 kg | 1710 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 5050 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2060 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2880 mm |