1962 Austin A 99 vs. 1995 Ford Explorer
To start off, 1995 Ford Explorer is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Austin A 99. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Austin A 99 would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1995 Ford Explorer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Ford Explorer (215 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 1962 Austin A 99. (110 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Ford Explorer should accelerate faster than 1962 Austin A 99. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Ford Explorer weights approximately 474 kg more than 1962 Austin A 99. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1995 Ford Explorer (399 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 178 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Austin A 99. (221 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1995 Ford Explorer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Austin A 99.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Austin A 99 | 1995 Ford Explorer | |
| Make | Austin | Ford |
| Model | A 99 | Explorer |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2912 cc | 4942 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 399 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83.4 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 2004 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2840 mm |
