1951 Alvis TA 21 vs. 2009 Ford Explorer
To start off, 2009 Ford Explorer is newer by 58 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Alvis TA 21. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Alvis TA 21 would be higher. At 4,007 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Ford Explorer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Explorer (210 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 1951 Alvis TA 21. (93 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Explorer should accelerate faster than 1951 Alvis TA 21. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1951 Alvis TA 21 weights approximately 482 kg more than 2009 Ford Explorer.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2009 Ford Explorer (344 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Alvis TA 21. (204 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Explorer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Alvis TA 21. 2009 Ford Explorer has automatic transmission and 1951 Alvis TA 21 has manual transmission. 1951 Alvis TA 21 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Ford Explorer will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Alvis TA 21 | 2009 Ford Explorer | |
| Make | Alvis | Ford |
| Model | TA 21 | Explorer |
| Year Released | 1951 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 4007 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 93 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 204 Nm | 344 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.1:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1448 kg | 966 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2890 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 85 L |
