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Ford Thunderbird
1989 – 1997
United States
The Ford Thunderbird is a car built from 1989 to 1997. Its petrol engines range from 141 to 234 hp across 4 variants. All versions have an automatic gearbox. Against its predecessor (1983 – 1988), peak power rose from 190 to 234 hp.
Body styleNot specified
Production1989 – 1997
Variants4
FuelPetrol
Key specifications (range)
Power141 – 234 hp
0–100 km/h8.6 s
Top speed—
Fuel economy13.5 L/100 km
Rear Wheel Drive
Similar cars
| Variant | Fuel | Power | 0–100 | Top | Gearbox |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3.8L V6 4AT RWD (142 HP) 3.8 L · 6 cyl · Rear Wheel Drive |
Gasoline | 141 hp | — | — | 4-Speed automatic |
| 3.8L V6 4AT RWD (147 HP) 3.8 L · 6 cyl · Rear Wheel Drive |
Gasoline | 147 hp | — | — | 4-Speed automatic |
| 4.6L V6 4AT RWD (208 HP) 4.6 L · 8 cyl · Rear Wheel Drive |
Gasoline | 208 hp | 8.6 s | — | 4-speed automatic |
| 3.8L V6 4AT RWD (233 HP) 3.8 L · 6 cyl · Rear Wheel Drive |
Gasoline | 234 hp | — | — | 4-Speed automatic |
Engine
- Cylinders
- V6
- Displacement
- 3797 cm3 (232 ci)
- Power
- 104 KW @ 3800 RPM141 HP @ 3800 RPM139 BHP @ 3800 RPM
- Torque
- 215 lb-ft @ 2400 RPM292 Nm @ 2400 RPM
- Fuel System
- Carburetor
- Fuel
- Gasoline
- Fuel capacity
- 26.4 gallons (99.9 L)
Transmission
- Drive Type
- Rear Wheel Drive
- Gearbox
- 4-Speed automatic
Brakes
- Front
- Ventilated Discs
- Rear
- Drums
Dimensions
- Length
- 200.3 in (5088 mm)
- Width
- 72.7 in (1847 mm)
- Height
- 52.5 in (1334 mm)
- Front/rear Track
- 61.6/60.2 in (1,565/1,529 mm)
- Wheelbase
- 113 in (2870 mm)
Weight
- Unladen Weight
- 3549 lbs (1610 kg)
Engine
- Cylinders
- V6
- Displacement
- 3797 cm3 (232 ci)
- Power
- 108 KW @ 4000 RPM147 HP @ 4000 RPM145 BHP @ 4000 RPM
- Torque
- 210 lb-ft @ 2400 RPM285 Nm @ 2400 RPM
- Fuel System
- Carburetor
- Fuel
- Gasoline
- Fuel capacity
- 26.4 gallons (99.9 L)
Transmission
- Drive Type
- Rear Wheel Drive
- Gearbox
- 4-Speed automatic
Brakes
- Front
- Ventilated Discs
- Rear
- Drums
Dimensions
- Length
- 200.3 in (5088 mm)
- Width
- 72.7 in (1847 mm)
- Height
- 52.5 in (1334 mm)
- Front/rear Track
- 61.6/60.2 in (1,565/1,529 mm)
- Wheelbase
- 113 in (2870 mm)
Weight
- Unladen Weight
- 3536 lbs (1604 kg)
Engine
- Cylinders
- V8
- Displacement
- 4601 cm3 (281 ci)
- Power
- 153 KW @ 4500 RPM208 HP @ 4500 RPM205 BHP @ 4500 RPM
- Torque
- 280 lb-ft @ 3000 RPM380 Nm @ 3000 RPM
- Fuel System
- Carburetor
- Fuel
- Gasoline
- Fuel capacity
- 19 gallons (71.9 L)
Performance
- Acceleration 0-62 Mph (0-100 kph)
- 8.6 s
Transmission
- Drive Type
- Rear Wheel Drive
- Gearbox
- 4-speed automatic
Brakes
- Front
- Ventilated Discs
- Rear
- Ventilated Discs
Tires
- Tire Size
- 225/50 R16
Dimensions
- Length
- 200.3 in (5088 mm)
- Width
- 72.7 in (1847 mm)
- Height
- 52.5 in (1334 mm)
- Front/rear Track
- 61.6/60.2 in (1,565/1,529 mm)
- Wheelbase
- 113 in (2870 mm)
Weight
- Unladen Weight
- 3719 lbs (1687 kg)
Fuel Economy (nedc)
- City
- 12.4 mpg US (19 L/100Km)
- Highway
- 21.4 mpg US (11 L/100Km)
- Combined
- 17.4 mpg US (13.5 L/100Km)
Engine
- Cylinders
- V6
- Displacement
- 3797 cm3 (232 ci)
- Power
- 172 KW @ 4400 RPM234 HP @ 4400 RPM231 BHP @ 4400 RPM
- Torque
- 330 lb-ft @ 2500 RPM447 Nm @ 2500 RPM
- Fuel System
- Carburetor
- Fuel
- Gasoline
- Fuel capacity
- 26.4 gallons (99.9 L)
Transmission
- Drive Type
- Rear Wheel Drive
- Gearbox
- 4-Speed automatic
Brakes
- Front
- Ventilated Discs
- Rear
- Ventilated Discs
Dimensions
- Length
- 200.3 in (5088 mm)
- Width
- 72.7 in (1847 mm)
- Height
- 52.5 in (1334 mm)
- Front/rear Track
- 61.6/60.2 in (1,565/1,529 mm)
- Wheelbase
- 113 in (2870 mm)
Weight
- Unladen Weight
- 3536 lbs (1604 kg)
Length5,088 mm
Width1,847 mm
Height1,334 mm
Wheelbase2,870 mm
Curb weight1,604 – 1,687 kg
Torque285 – 447 Nm
Ranges across all 4 variants of this generation.
