2009 Chevrolet Avalanche vs. 1995 Ford Thunderbird
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Ford Thunderbird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Ford Thunderbird would be higher. At 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche (310 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1995 Ford Thunderbird. (230 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche should accelerate faster than 1995 Ford Thunderbird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Ford Thunderbird weights approximately 343 kg more than 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche.
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, 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche (454 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Ford Thunderbird. (447 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Ford Thunderbird.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Chevrolet Avalanche | 1995 Ford Thunderbird | |
Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
Model | Avalanche | Thunderbird |
Year Released | 2009 | 1995 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5300 cc | 3797 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 310 HP | 230 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 454 Nm | 447 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1261 kg | 1604 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5630 mm | 5090 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2950 mm |