2006 Ford Expedition vs. 1990 Ford Thunderbird
To start off, 2006 Ford Expedition is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Ford Thunderbird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Ford Thunderbird would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Expedition (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 161 more horse power than 1990 Ford Thunderbird. (139 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 1990 Ford Thunderbird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Expedition weights approximately 105 kg more than 1990 Ford Thunderbird. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1990 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 1990 Ford Thunderbird. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Ford Expedition, 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, 2006 Ford Expedition (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 204 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Ford Thunderbird. (291 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Ford Thunderbird.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Expedition | 1990 Ford Thunderbird | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Expedition | Thunderbird |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5408 cc | 3791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 495 Nm | 291 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.2 mm | 96.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 105.9 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 9 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 1610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 5050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2880 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 106 L | 45 L |
