2005 Ford Thunderbird vs. 1991 Toyota Century
To start off, 2005 Ford Thunderbird is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Toyota Century. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Toyota Century would be higher. At 3,995 cc (8 cylinders), 1991 Toyota Century is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Thunderbird (280 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 127 more horse power than 1991 Toyota Century. (153 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Thunderbird should accelerate faster than 1991 Toyota Century. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Toyota Century weights approximately 48 kg more than 2005 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, 2005 Ford Thunderbird (388 Nm) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Toyota Century. (289 Nm). This means 2005 Ford Thunderbird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Toyota Century.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Thunderbird | 1991 Toyota Century | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Thunderbird | Century |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3933 cc | 3995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 280 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 388 Nm | 289 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1752 kg | 1800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2870 mm |
