2006 Chevrolet SSR vs. 1987 Ford Thunderbird
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet SSR is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Ford Thunderbird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Ford Thunderbird would be higher. At 5,965 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet SSR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet SSR (401 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 208 more horse power than 1987 Ford Thunderbird. (193 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet SSR should accelerate faster than 1987 Ford Thunderbird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet SSR weights approximately 142 kg more than 1987 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, 2006 Chevrolet SSR (542 Nm) has 451 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Ford Thunderbird. (91 Nm). This means 2006 Chevrolet SSR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Ford Thunderbird.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet SSR | 1987 Ford Thunderbird | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | SSR | Thunderbird |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5965 cc | 2301 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 401 HP | 193 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 542 Nm | 91 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91.4 mm | 79.4 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1078 kg | 936 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 5030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 116 L |
