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Ford Thunderbird 3.8 (142 HP)

Ford Thunderbird · 1983 - 1988 · Petrol

The Ford Thunderbird 3.8 (142 HP) produces 142 hp and 292 Nm.

Power
142 hp
Torque
292 Nm
0–100
Top speed
185 km/h

Engine

Power 142 hp
Power (kW) 104 kW
Torque 292 Nm
Displacement 3,797 cc
Cylinders V6
Fuel system Carburetor
Fuel Petrol

Performance

Top speed 185 km/h

Transmission

Gearbox Automatic, 4 Speed
Drivetrain Rear Wheel Drive

Dimensions and weight

Length 5,047 mm
Width 1,847 mm
Height 1,339 mm
Wheelbase 2,870 mm
Unladen weight 1,606 kg
Front brakes Ventilated Discs
Rear brakes Drums

How this trim compares to other cars

The Ford Thunderbird 3.8 (142 HP) compared with 983 trims of other cars from the 1980–1986 period.

How this trim compares to other cars
Measure This trim Average Position
Power 142 hp 118 hp
better than 75%
Torque 292 Nm 179 Nm
better than 91%
Top speed 185 km/h 182 km/h
better than 58%
Unladen weight 1,606 kg 1,147 kg
better than 5%

Percentages show the share of trims from the same period this model beats on that measure. Manufacturer figures.

Not stated by the manufacturer: acceleration 0–100 km/h, combined consumption, co2 emissions and cargo volume. Those measures are left out of the comparison.

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Trims and engine versions — Ford Thunderbird

Trims and engine versions — Ford Thunderbird
Trim Fuel Power Torque 0–100 Top speed Fuel economy CO2 Select
2.3L 5MT (190 HP) Petrol 190 hp 235 km/h
3.8 (213 HP) Petrol 213 hp 427 Nm 225 km/h