2005 Ford Thunderbird vs. 2005 Lada 112
To start off, both 2005 Ford Thunderbird and 2005 Lada 112 were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,933 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Ford Thunderbird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Thunderbird (280 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 204 more horse power than 2005 Lada 112. (76 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Thunderbird should accelerate faster than 2005 Lada 112. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Thunderbird weights approximately 702 kg more than 2005 Lada 112. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Ford Thunderbird is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2005 Ford Thunderbird. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Lada 112, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 272 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Lada 112. (116 Nm). This means 2005 Ford Thunderbird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Lada 112.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Thunderbird | 2005 Lada 112 | |
| Make | Ford | Lada |
| Model | Thunderbird | 112 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3933 cc | 1499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 280 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 388 Nm | 116 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 71 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1752 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 7.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 43 L |
