These are standard specifications for the 1990 Ford Thunderbird, not necessarily specifications for the vehicle(s) in the photo(s).
Transmission:
4 Automatic with Overdrive , 5 Manual
Information provided by NHTSA
Data updated January 2023
Features
| Engine Location : | Front |
| Drive Type : | Rear Wheel |
| Body / Chassis : | Unibody |
| Production Years for Series : | 1989 - 1997 |
| Price : | $15,075-$20,395 |
| Weight : | 3265 lbs | 1480.979 kg |
Engine & Transmission
| V 6 60-degree | |
|---|---|
| Displacement : | 2982 cc | 182.0 cu in. | 3.0 L. |
| Power : | 140 HP (103.04 KW) @ 4800 RPM |
| Torque : | 160 Ft-Lbs (217 NM) @ 3000 RPM |
| Bore : | 3.5 in | 89 mm. |
| Stroke : | 3.1 in | 79 mm. |
| Compression : | 9.3:1 |
| Main Bearings : | 4 |
| Construction : | Cast-iron block and head |
| Multi-port Fuel Injection | |
| Supercharged V 6 90-degree | |
|---|---|
| Displacement : | 3802 cc | 232.0 cu in. | 3.8 L. |
| Power : | 210 HP (154.56 KW) @ 4000 RPM |
| Torque : | 315 Ft-Lbs (427 NM) @ 2600 RPM |
| Bore : | 3.8 in | 97 mm. |
| Stroke : | 3.4 in | 86 mm. |
| Compression : | 9.0:1 |
| Main Bearings : | 4 |
| Cylinder Block : | Cast-iron |
| Cylinder Head : | Aluminum |
| Port fuel injection | |
4 Automatic with Overdrive , 5 Manual
Production Figures
| Total Ford Production for 1990 : | 912,466 |
| Total 1990 Thunderbird production : | 104,602 |
| 1990 Ford Thunderbird | |
Handling
Recall
| Component | ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:IGNITION |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | FORD MOTOR COMPANY |
| Mfr Report Date | 19870801 |
| NHTSA Campaign ID | 96V071000 |
| Summary | THE IGNITION SWITCH COULD EXPERIENCE AN INTERNAL SHORT CIRCUIT. |
| Consequence | THIS CONDITION COULD CAUSE OVERHEATING, SMOKE, AND POSSIBLY FIRE IN THE STEERING COLUMN AREA OF THE VEHICLE. |
| Remedy | DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE IGNITION SWITCH. |
| Notes | SYSTEM: ELECTRICAL; IGNITION SWITCH. VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER AND MULTI-PURPOSE VEHICLES AND LIGHT DUTY TRUCKS. NOTE: OWNERS WHO TAKE THEIR VEHICLES TO AN AUTHORIZED DEALER ON AN AGREED UPON SERVICE DATE AND DO NOT RECEIVE THE FREE REMEDY WITHIN A REASONABLE TIME, SHOULD CONTACT FORD AT 1-800-392-3673. ALSO CONTACT THE NATIONAL HIGHWAY TRAFFIC SAFETY ADMINISTRATION'S AUTO SAFETY HOTLINE AT 1-800-424-9393. |
| Component | ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:12V/24V/48V BATTERY:CABLES |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | FORD MOTOR COMPANY |
| Mfr Report Date | 19900101 |
| NHTSA Campaign ID | 90V026000 |
| Summary | BATTERY TO STARTER CABLES ARE LONGER THAN SPECIFIED; EXCESSIVE CABLE LENGTH COULD CONTACT ENGINE DAMPER PULLEY. |
| Consequence | CABLE PROTECTIVE COVERING AND INSULATION COULD WEAR THROUGH AND CAUSE A DIRECT SHORT TO GROUND, RESULTING IN OVERHEATING OF THE CABLE INSULATION AND POSSIBLY A UNDERHOOD FIRE. |
| Remedy | REPLACE BATTERY TO STARTER CABLE WITH CORRECT LENGTH CABLE. |
| Notes | SYSTEM: BATTERY TO STARTER CABLE.VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER CARS EQUIPPED WITH 3.8 LITER ENGINES. |
| Component | VISIBILITY:WINDSHIELD WIPER/WASHER:MOTOR |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | FORD MOTOR COMPANY |
| Mfr Report Date | 19900201 |
| NHTSA Campaign ID | 91V076000 |
| Summary | THE NUTS WHICH HOLD WINDSHIELD WIPER MOTOR TO THE WIPER MODULE MAY NOT HAVE BEEN SUFFICIENTLY TIGHTENED AND MAY LOOSEN OR COME OFF. THIS CAUSES CHANGED WIPER PATTERNS, OR THE WIPERS MAY JAM IF TWO OF THE THREE NUTS COME OFF. |
| Consequence | CHANGES IN THE WIPER PATTERN OR JAMMING OF THE WIPERSWOULD RESULT IN REDUCED DRIVER VISIBILTY IN INCLEMENT WEATHER CONDITIONS. |
| Remedy | APPLY TORQUE RETENTION MATERIAL TO WIPER MOTOR STUDS AND NUTS AND RETORQUE. |
| Notes | SYSTEM: WINDSHIELD WIPER ASSEMBLY.VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER CARS. |
Data updated January 2023
1990 Averages
| Avg. Car Cost : | $16,000 |
| Avg. Household Income : | $28,970 |
| Avg. Home : | $123,000 |
| Avg. Gallon of Gas : | $1.12 |
| Total Car Production : | 9,782,997 |
1990 Ford Thunderbird FAQs (show)
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What are the dimension and mechanical specifications of the 1990 Ford Thunderbird?
Q: What is the wheelbase size of the 1990 Ford Thunderbird? A: The 1990 Ford Thunderbird has a wheelbase size of 113.00 inches.Q: What is the length of the 1990 Ford Thunderbird? A: The 1990 Ford Thunderbird has a length of 198.70 inches.Q: What is the width of the 1990 Ford Thunderbird? A: The 1990 Ford Thunderbird has a width of 72.70 inches.Q: How much did the 1990 Ford Thunderbird cost when new?A: The 1990 Ford Thunderbird cost approximately $15,075 to $20,395 (USD) when new.Q: What were the bodystyles of the 1990 Ford Thunderbird? A: The 1990 Ford Thunderbird was offered as a Hardtop Coupe, LX Coupe, Super Coupe.Q: How many vehicles did Ford produce in 1990? A: Ford produced 912,466 automobiles in 1990.Q: How many 1990 Thunderbirds were produced? A: Ford produced 104,602 examples of the Thunderbird in 1990.Q: What engines did the 1990 Ford Thunderbird have? A: The 1990 Ford Thunderbird had the following engine options: V 6 (2982 cc | 182.0 cu in. | 3.0 L.) with 140 HP (103.04 KW) @ 4800 RPM and 160 Ft-Lbs (217 NM) @ 3000 RPM Supercharged V 6 (3802 cc | 232.0 cu in. | 3.8 L.) with 210 HP (154.56 KW) @ 4000 RPM and 315 Ft-Lbs (427 NM) @ 2600 RPM Q: What transmissions did the 1990 Ford Thunderbird have? A: The 1990 Ford Thunderbird had the following gearbox options: 4 speed Automatic with Overdrive, 5 speed Manual.