1961 Isuzu Minx vs. 2010 Ford Explorer
To start off, 2010 Ford Explorer is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Isuzu Minx. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Isuzu Minx would be higher. At 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Ford Explorer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ford Explorer (210 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 1961 Isuzu Minx. (62 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford Explorer should accelerate faster than 1961 Isuzu Minx. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford Explorer weights approximately 1031 kg more than 1961 Isuzu Minx. 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, 2010 Ford Explorer (344 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 232 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Isuzu Minx. (112 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2010 Ford Explorer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Isuzu Minx. 2010 Ford Explorer has automatic transmission and 1961 Isuzu Minx has manual transmission. 1961 Isuzu Minx will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Ford Explorer will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Isuzu Minx | 2010 Ford Explorer | |
| Make | Isuzu | Ford |
| Model | Minx | Explorer |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1491 cc | 4000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 112 Nm | 344 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 2061 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4912 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1872 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1849 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2888 mm |
