← Ford Thunderbird generations

MODIFICATION

Ford Thunderbird 3.8 MT Specs — Ninth Generation

The Ford Thunderbird 3.8 MT is a two-door coupe from its production era. Routine trips favor steady operation and a relaxed rhythm in everyday conditions.

9 generation · Coupe Hardtop

1983–1988

3.8 MT

Gasoline · Manual · RWD

At a glance

View full specifications ↓

Choose a trim

Confirmed trim details are not yet available for this modification.

Report an inaccuracy ↗

Specifications

Jump to a section

Performance & powertrain

Top speed
?

The highest speed a vehicle can sustain under manufacturer test conditions. Some cars are electronically limited below their mechanical potential. Glossary entry

235 km/h
Engine type
Gasoline
Transmission
Manual
Type of boost
?

A turbocharger or supercharger compresses the air entering the engine so a smaller engine can produce more power. Naturally aspirated engines draw air without a compressor. Glossary entry

No
Type of drive
?

Which wheels receive power: front-wheel drive, rear-wheel drive or all-wheel drive. All-wheel drive can send power to every wheel for extra traction. Glossary entry

RWD
Bore and stroke
?

The diameter of a cylinder (bore) and the distance the piston travels inside it (stroke). Together they determine the displacement of the engine. Glossary entry

96.8 × 86.1 mm
Engine capacity
?

The total volume swept by all pistons inside the cylinders, usually stated in cubic centimetres or litres. Larger displacement often means more power but higher consumption. Glossary entry

3797 cm³
Engine location
Not provided
Number of gears
?

How many fixed forward ratios a gearbox offers. More gears can improve economy and refinement; continuously variable transmissions have no fixed steps. Glossary entry

5
Maximum power
?

A unit of engine or motor output. One metric horsepower is about 0.735 kilowatts. Peak power is normally reached at high engine speed. Glossary entry

110 hp
Maximum power, kw
?

A unit of engine or motor output. One metric horsepower is about 0.735 kilowatts. Peak power is normally reached at high engine speed. Glossary entry

81 kW
Compression ratio
?

The ratio between the largest and smallest volume of a cylinder as the piston moves. Higher ratios improve efficiency but may require higher-octane fuel. Glossary entry

Not provided
Maximum power rpm
4200 rpm
Maximum torque N⋅m
237 N⋅m
Maximum torque rpm
2800 rpm
Acceleration to 100
?

The time a vehicle needs to reach 100 km/h from a standstill, a common shorthand for overall performance. Glossary entry

Not provided
Engine power system
Carburetor
Number of cylinders
6
Valves per cylinder
?

The number of intake and exhaust valves in each cylinder. Four valves per cylinder is common and helps the engine breathe at higher speeds. Glossary entry

2
Cylinder arrangement
V-shaped
Maximum power ICE
Not provided
Maximum power ICE
Not provided

Energy & emissions

ECO class
Not provided
Battery power
Not provided
Fuel grade
92
Mild Hybrid
?

A car with a small electric motor and battery that assist the combustion engine and recover braking energy but cannot drive on electricity alone. Glossary entry

Not provided
Battery type
Not provided
CO2 emissions
?

The amount of carbon dioxide released per kilometre under a standardised test. Lower figures usually go hand in hand with lower fuel consumption. Glossary entry

Not provided
Full charge home
Not provided
Power consumption
Not provided
Fuel tank capacity
Not provided
Full public charging time
Not provided
Driving range, maximum
?

The distance an electric or plug-in vehicle can travel on a full charge under a stated test cycle. Temperature, speed and load change the real result. Glossary entry

Not provided
Driving range, minimum
?

The distance an electric or plug-in vehicle can travel on a full charge under a stated test cycle. Temperature, speed and load change the real result. Glossary entry

Not provided
Fuel consumption city
Not provided
Average consumption
Not provided
Fuel consumption highway
Not provided

Dimensions & body

Doors number
2
Number of seats
5
Width
1806 mm
Height
1356 mm
Length
5133 mm
Body type
Coupe Hardtop
Wheelbase
?

The distance between the centres of the front and rear wheels. A longer wheelbase usually gives more cabin space and a calmer ride; a shorter one helps agility and parking. Glossary entry

2647 mm
U-turn diameter
Not provided
Depth of the ford to be crossed
Not provided
Body style
Coupe
Rear track width
?

The distance between the centres of the two wheels on the same axle. A wider track generally improves stability in corners. Glossary entry

1486 mm
Trunk volume max
Not provided
Trunk volume min
Not provided
Front track width
?

The distance between the centres of the two wheels on the same axle. A wider track generally improves stability in corners. Glossary entry

1476 mm
Max weight
Not provided
Curb weight
?

The weight of the vehicle with all standard equipment and fluids but without passengers or cargo. Glossary entry

Not provided
Ground clearance, maximum
?

The gap between the lowest point of the underbody and the road. More clearance helps on rough roads and steep driveway ramps. Glossary entry

Not provided
Ground clearance, minimum
?

The gap between the lowest point of the underbody and the road. More clearance helps on rough roads and steep driveway ramps. Glossary entry

124 mm

Identity & configuration

Body code
Aero Birds
Right-hand drive
No

Additional specifications

Stop
1988-12-31
Start
1983-01-01
Wheel size
Not provided
Rear brakes
Not provided
Front brakes
Disc
Rear suspension
Not provided
Front suspension
Independent, spring

Not provided means the source has no value. Zero remains zero. Units are shown as supplied; range test cycles are only stated when known.

Fuel cost calculator

Estimates use only the figures you enter, in your own currency. No live fuel prices or emissions data are used.

Units

Enable JavaScript to calculate estimates.

Engine and Transmission

Predictable power delivery helps in everyday traffic because the driver can merge or change lanes without needing to plan far ahead. A progressive feel also makes maintaining a steady speed more natural.

Drivetrain and Everyday Driving

Clear, intuitive controls support everyday driving by letting the driver operate the lights or wipers quickly when conditions change. This reduces hesitation and keeps the focus on the road rather than the dashboard.

Body and Practicality

A low trunk lip makes loading heavier items such as a stroller or toolbox less strenuous because they do not need to be lifted high. This is useful during errands when you are loading and unloading repeatedly.