1959 Ford Prefect vs. 2002 Ford Explorer
To start off, 2002 Ford Explorer is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Ford Prefect. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Ford Prefect would be higher. At 4,009 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Ford Explorer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Ford Explorer (210 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 172 more horse power than 1959 Ford Prefect. (38 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Ford Explorer should accelerate faster than 1959 Ford Prefect. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Ford Explorer weights approximately 1139 kg more than 1959 Ford Prefect. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2002 Ford Explorer (335 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 263 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Ford Prefect. (72 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2002 Ford Explorer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Ford Prefect. 2002 Ford Explorer has automatic transmission and 1959 Ford Prefect has manual transmission. 1959 Ford Prefect will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Ford Explorer will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Ford Prefect | 2002 Ford Explorer | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Prefect | Explorer |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 996 cc | 4009 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 72 Nm | 335 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.9:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 1939 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 5240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 3200 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 85 L |
