1958 Austin-Healey Sprite vs. 1998 Ford Explorer
To start off, 1998 Ford Explorer is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Austin-Healey Sprite. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Austin-Healey Sprite would be higher. At 3,996 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Ford Explorer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Ford Explorer (160 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 1958 Austin-Healey Sprite. (44 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ford Explorer should accelerate faster than 1958 Austin-Healey Sprite. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Ford Explorer weights approximately 1236 kg more than 1958 Austin-Healey Sprite. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1998 Ford Explorer (311 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 240 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Austin-Healey Sprite. (71 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1998 Ford Explorer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Austin-Healey Sprite.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Austin-Healey Sprite | 1998 Ford Explorer | |
Make | Austin-Healey | Ford |
Model | Sprite | Explorer |
Year Released | 1958 | 1998 |
Body Type | Roadster | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 948 cc | 3996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 44 HP | 160 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 71 Nm | 311 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 664 kg | 1900 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3500 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1350 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1840 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2840 mm |