1986 Ford Thunderbird

The 1986 Ford Thunderbird continues the legacy of the ninth generation, produced from 1983 to 1988, with notable enhancements in performance and design. It has dimensions of 104.2 inches in wheelbase, 197.6 inches in length, and 71.1 inches in width. Engine options include a 3.8L V6 producing 120 HP and 205 lb-ft of torque, a 5.0L V8 generating 150 HP and 270 lb-ft of torque, and a 2.3L Turbocharged Inline 4 with 155 HP and 190 lb-ft of torque. Transmission choices feature a 3-speed Automatic SelectShift and a 4-speed Automatic with Overdrive. Known for its aerodynamic design and a drag coefficient of 0.35, the Thunderbird offers variants such as the Elan Coupe, Hardtop Coupe, and Turbo Hardtop Coupe. A special edition, the 1986 Talladega T-Bird, commemorated Bill Elliott’s NASCAR success, with a limited production of only 500 units, all painted red. The total production for this model year reached 163,965 units.