1959 Austin A 90 vs. 2005 Ford Explorer
To start off, 2005 Ford Explorer is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Austin A 90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Austin A 90 would be higher. At 4,015 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Ford Explorer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Explorer (203 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 1959 Austin A 90. (102 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Explorer should accelerate faster than 1959 Austin A 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Austin A 90 weights approximately 220 kg more than 2005 Ford Explorer.
Because 2005 Ford Explorer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Austin A 90. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Ford Explorer will offer significantly more control. 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, 2005 Ford Explorer (345 Nm) has 131 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Austin A 90. (214 Nm). This means 2005 Ford Explorer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Austin A 90.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Austin A 90 | 2005 Ford Explorer | |
| Make | Austin | Ford |
| Model | A 90 | Explorer |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2912 cc | 4015 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 203 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 214 Nm | 345 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2780 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 85 L |
