1959 Chevrolet Corvair vs. 2009 Ford Explorer
To start off, 2009 Ford Explorer is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Chevrolet Corvair. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Chevrolet Corvair 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 126 more horse power than 1959 Chevrolet Corvair. (81 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Explorer should accelerate faster than 1959 Chevrolet Corvair. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Chevrolet Corvair weights approximately 188 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.
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1959 Chevrolet Corvair | 2009 Ford Explorer | |
Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
Model | Corvair | Explorer |
Year Released | 1959 | 2009 |
Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 2286 cc | 4009 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 81 HP | 207 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 972 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 5350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 3320 mm |