2009 Ford F-250 vs. 1988 Ford Thunderbird
To start off, 2009 Ford F-250 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Ford Thunderbird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Ford Thunderbird would be higher. At 5,399 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford F-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford F-250 (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1988 Ford Thunderbird. (210 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford F-250 should accelerate faster than 1988 Ford Thunderbird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Ford Thunderbird weights approximately 744 kg more than 2009 Ford F-250.
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 Ford F-250 (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Ford Thunderbird. (427 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2009 Ford F-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Ford Thunderbird.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Ford F-250 | 1988 Ford Thunderbird | |
Make | Ford | Ford |
Model | F-250 | Thunderbird |
Year Released | 2009 | 1988 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5399 cc | 3797 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 210 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 495 Nm | 427 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 12.3:1 | 8.2:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1710 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5890 mm | 5050 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3610 mm | 2880 mm |