2005 Ford Thunderbird vs. 1990 Renault Alpine
To start off, 2005 Ford Thunderbird is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Renault Alpine. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Renault Alpine would be higher. At 3,932 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Ford Thunderbird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Thunderbird (280 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 1990 Renault Alpine. (182 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Thunderbird should accelerate faster than 1990 Renault Alpine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Thunderbird weights approximately 502 kg more than 1990 Renault Alpine. 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, 2005 Ford Thunderbird (388 Nm) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Renault Alpine. (290 Nm). This means 2005 Ford Thunderbird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Renault Alpine.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Thunderbird | 1990 Renault Alpine | |
| Make | Ford | Renault |
| Model | Thunderbird | Alpine |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3932 cc | 2458 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 280 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 388 Nm | 290 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 91.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 63 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1712 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2350 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.8 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 13.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 72 L |
