1953 Ford Prefect vs. 1995 Ford Explorer
To start off, 1995 Ford Explorer is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Ford Prefect. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Ford Prefect would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1995 Ford Explorer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Ford Explorer (215 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 184 more horse power than 1953 Ford Prefect. (31 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Ford Explorer should accelerate faster than 1953 Ford Prefect. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Ford Explorer weights approximately 1239 kg more than 1953 Ford Prefect. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1995 Ford Explorer (399 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 328 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Ford Prefect. (71 Nm @ 2150 RPM). This means 1995 Ford Explorer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Ford Prefect.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Ford Prefect | 1995 Ford Explorer | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Prefect | Explorer |
| Year Released | 1953 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1172 cc | 4942 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 31 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 399 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2150 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 63.5 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.5 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 765 kg | 2004 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2840 mm |
