1951 Austin A 90 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 Austin A 90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Austin A 90 would be higher. At 4,009 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Ford Explorer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Explorer (207 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 1951 Austin A 90. (87 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Explorer should accelerate faster than 1951 Austin A 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1951 Austin A 90 weights approximately 418 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 (254 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Austin A 90. (190 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Explorer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Austin A 90. 2009 Ford Explorer has automatic transmission and 1951 Austin A 90 has manual transmission. 1951 Austin A 90 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 Austin A 90 | 2009 Ford Explorer | |
Make | Austin | Ford |
Model | A 90 | Explorer |
Year Released | 1951 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2660 cc | 4009 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 87 HP | 207 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 190 Nm | 254 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 972 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 5350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 3320 mm |