1991 Ford Thunderbird Super Coupe 5MT
All photo credits
- Photo: 1993 Ford Thunderbird LX in Midnight Opal, Front Right, 08-14-2022 by Elise240SX, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons
- Photo: 1994 Ford Thunderbird 4.6 V8 LX by Rutger van der Maar, CC BY 2.0, via Wikimedia Commons
- Photo: 10th Generation Ford Thunderbird LX rear 4.8.18 by Kevauto, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons
- Photo: 1995 Ford Thunderbird LX 40th Anniversary Edition, rear left, 08-05-2023 by MercurySable99, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons
- Photo: 1990 Ford Thunderbird Interior by Eric Friedebach, CC BY 2.0, via Wikimedia Commons
The 1991 Ford Thunderbird Super Coupe 5MT is a 210-hp 3.8-liter supercharged V6 coupe with a 5-speed manual and rear-wheel drive. It starts at $21,233 MSRP and is rated at 18 mpg combined.
It makes 210 horsepower at 4,000 rpm and 315 lb-ft of torque at 2600 rpm. EPA fuel-economy estimates are 15 mpg city and 22 mpg highway (18 mpg combined).
The Thunderbird measures 198.7 inches long on a 113.0-inch wheelbase and has a curb weight of 3,550 lb.
| Spec | Value |
|---|---|
| Vehicle | |
| Body Type | Coupe |
| Powertrain | Gas |
| Price | |
| MSRP | $21,233 ($50,666 *) |
| Engine | |
| Engine Type | 3.8L Essex supercharged & intercooled OHV V6 |
| Displacement | 3.8 L |
| Horsepower | 210 hp @ 4,000 rpm |
| Torque | 315 lb-ft @ 2600 rpm |
| Valvetrain | OHV, 2 valves/cylinder |
| Compression Ratio | 8.2:1 |
| Injection Type | Fuel injection (EFI) |
| Drivetrain | |
| Drive Type | RWD |
| Transmission | |
| Transmission | 5-speed manual (Mazda M5R2) |
| 1st Gear | 3.75 |
| 2nd Gear | 2.32 |
| 3rd Gear | 1.43 |
| 4th Gear | 1 |
| 5th Gear | 0.75 |
| Fuel Economy | |
| City | 15 MPG |
| Highway | 22 MPG |
| Combined | 18 MPG |
| Recommended Fuel | Premium unleaded |
| Tank Capacity | 19 gal |
| Tires & Wheels | |
| Wheels Front | 16" |
| Wheels Rear | 16" |
| Dimensions & Weight | |
| Length | 198.7 in |
| Width | 72.7 in |
| Height | 52.7 in |
| Wheelbase | 113 in |
| Curb Weight | 3,550 lbs |
| Interior | |
| Headroom Front | 38.1 in |
| Headroom Rear | 37.5 in |
| Legroom Front | 42.5 in |
| Legroom Rear | 35.8 in |
Similar cars
Rivals to the 1991 Ford Thunderbird Super Coupe 5MT with similar size, power and price from around the same years.
Safety & Recalls
NCAP safety ratings
| Overall | Not rated |
| Frontal crash | Not rated |
| Frontal – driver | ★★★★★ |
| Frontal – passenger | ★★★★★ |
| Side crash | Not rated |
| Rollover | Not rated |
Recalls
4 recalls on file with NHTSA for the 1991 Ford THUNDERBIRD. Not every recall applies to every trim or VIN — check yours at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
Apr 7, 2009 · EXTERIOR LIGHTING
SABERSPORT IS RECALLING 16,270 COMBINATION CORNER AND BUMPER LAMP ASSEMBLIES OF VARIOUS PART NUMBERS SOLD FOR USE AS AFTERMARKET EQUIPMENT FOR VARIOUS PASSENGER VEHICLES. THESE HEADLAMPS FAIL TO CONFORM TO THE REQUIREMENTS OF FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NO. 108, "LAMPS, REFLECTIVE DEVICES, AND ASSOCIATED EQUIPMENT." THESE LAMPS DO NOT CONTAIN THE REQUIRED AMBER SIDE REFLECTORS.
Consequence: DECREASED LIGHTING VISIBILITY MAY RESULT IN A VEHICLE CRASH.
Remedy: SABERSPORT WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND OFFER A FULL REFUND FOR THE NONCOMPLIANT COMBINATION LAMPS. THE SAFETY RECALL BEGAN ON MAY 11, 2009. OWNERS MAY CONTACT SABERSPORT AT 1-909-598-7589.
NHTSA campaign 09E012000
Apr 25, 1996 · ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:IGNITION
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.
NHTSA campaign 96V071000
May 6, 1991 · VISIBILITY:WINDSHIELD WIPER/WASHER:MOTOR
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.
NHTSA campaign 91V076000
Mar 18, 1991 · POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION
THE PARK ROD ASSEMBLY CONTAINS A PARK CAM WITH INADEQUATE SURFACE HARDNESS, WHICH COULD LEAD TO PARK DISENGAGEMENT OR NO PARK ENGAGEMENT WHEN THE LEVER IS PLACED IN PARK.
Consequence: IF PARK IS NOT ENGAGED AND THE PARKING BRAKE IS OFF, AVEHICLE ROLL-AWAY COULD RESULT.
Remedy: REPLACE PARK ROD ASSEMBLY ON AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSIONS.
NHTSA campaign 91V048000
116 owner complaints to NHTSA for the 1991 Ford THUNDERBIRD
Owner Complaints
116 owner complaints filed with NHTSA for the 1991 Ford THUNDERBIRD (7 mention a crash, 12 a fire, 5 an injury). See all on nhtsa.gov
| Service Brakes | 19 |
| Hydraulic | 18 |
| Engine And Engine Cooling | 15 |
| Seat Belts | 15 |
| Electrical System | 12 |
| Exterior Lighting | 10 |
Complaints are unverified reports submitted to NHTSA by owners. They cover the whole model year, not a specific trim, and a count alone doesn't show how common a problem is.
Source: US National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (nhtsa.gov), matched as 1991 FORD THUNDERBIRD. US-market vehicles only; data cached for up to 7 days.