FORD
Ford Thunderbird Gen 10 (1988–1997) Specs
Specifications, engines, dimensions and technical data.
Body Style
Chassis
Engines
Quick Specs
Chassis & Body
Engine Lineup
| Trans | Engine | Gears | HP | Fuel | CO₂ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| AT | 3.8 i V6 | 4 | 141 HP | Petrol | — |
| AT | 3.8i V6 Super | 4 | 234 HP | Petrol | — |
| AT | 4.6i V8 | 4 | 208 HP | Petrol | — |
Note: Performance figures may vary based on market and conditions.
Ford Thunderbird Gen 10 overview
The Ford Thunderbird (Gen 10) is the 10th generation of the Thunderbird, built from 1988 to 1997. It is offered as a Coupe with 3 engines (petrol), from 141 HP to 234 HP. The 3.8 i V6 (141 Hp) reaches a top speed of 180 km/h and is 5088 mm long.
How much horsepower does the Ford Thunderbird have?
The Ford Thunderbird (Gen 10) has 141 HP to 234 HP, depending on the engine: 3.8 Essex (141 HP), 4.6 Modular (208 HP), 3.8 Essex (234 HP).
What engines are available for the Ford Thunderbird?
The Ford Thunderbird is available with 3 engines: 3.8 Essex (141 HP, petrol), 4.6 Modular (208 HP, petrol), 3.8 Essex (234 HP, petrol).
What are the dimensions of the Ford Thunderbird?
The Ford Thunderbird is 5088 mm long, 1847 mm wide, 1333 mm tall, with a 2870 mm wheelbase.
Advanced Specs
Overview
| Generation | Ford Thunderbird Super Birds |
|---|---|
| Year | 1988–1997 |
| Platform | Ford MN12 |
| Variant | 3.8 i V6 (141 Hp) |
| Body type | coupe |
| Engine type | Fuel |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Seats | 5 |
| Doors | 2 |
Power & torque
| Power | 141 HP |
|---|---|
| Power @ max rpm | 3800 rpm |
| Torque | 292 Nm |
| Torque @ max rpm | 2200 rpm |
Performance
| Top speed | 180 km/h |
|---|
Engine
| Engine code | Essex V6 |
|---|---|
| Displacement | 3797 cc |
| Cylinders | 6 |
| Configuration | V Engine |
| Bore | 96.8 mm |
| Stroke | 86.0 mm |
| Compression ratio | 9 |
| Valves per cylinder | 2 |
| Injection system | Multi Port Manifold Injection |
| Aspiration | Naturally Aspirated Engine |
| Oil capacity | 4.7 L |
| Coolant | 11.0 L |
| Engine layout | Front Longitudinal |
Drivetrain & transmission
| Drive | Rear Wheel Drive |
|---|---|
| Powertrain architecture | Internal Combustion Engine |
| Drivetrain architecture | The Internal Combustion Engine Ice Drives The Rear Wheels Of The Vehicle |
| Gearbox type | torque_converter |
| Gears | 4 |
| Gearbox code | 4r70w |
| Gearbox manufacturer | ford |
Dimensions
| Length | 5088 mm |
|---|---|
| Width | 1847 mm |
| Height | 1333 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2870 mm |
| Front track | 1560 mm |
| Rear track | 1530 mm |
Mass
| Kerb weight | 1619 kg |
|---|
Consumption & emissions
| Fuel combined | 12.0 L/100km |
|---|---|
| Fuel tank | 72.0 L |
Chassis & brakes
| Front suspension | Spring Strut |
|---|---|
| Rear suspension | Coil Spring |
| Front brakes | disc |
| Rear brakes | drum |
| Power steering | Hydraulic Steering |
| Tire size | 205/70 R15 H |
| Assisting systems | Abs Anti Lock Braking System |
Efficiency ratios
| Weight-to-power | 11.5 kg/Hp, 87.1 Hp/tonne |
|---|---|
| Weight-to-torque | 5.5 kg/Nm, 180.4 Nm/tonne |
Other
| Start Of Production | 1988 |
|---|---|
| End Of Production | 1997 |
Performance
! Figures from catalog data; real-world values may differ.