1965 Willys-Overland Aero-Willys 2600 vs. 2010 Ford Explorer
To start off, 2010 Ford Explorer is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Willys-Overland Aero-Willys 2600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Willys-Overland Aero-Willys 2600 would be higher. At 4,009 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Ford Explorer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ford Explorer (207 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1965 Willys-Overland Aero-Willys 2600. (108 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford Explorer should accelerate faster than 1965 Willys-Overland Aero-Willys 2600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Willys-Overland Aero-Willys 2600 weights approximately 388 kg more than 2010 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. Let's talk about torque, 2010 Ford Explorer (254 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Willys-Overland Aero-Willys 2600. (194 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2010 Ford Explorer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Willys-Overland Aero-Willys 2600.
Compare all specifications:
1965 Willys-Overland Aero-Willys 2600 | 2010 Ford Explorer | |
Make | Willys-Overland | Ford |
Model | Aero-Willys 2600 | Explorer |
Year Released | 1965 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2638 cc | 4009 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 207 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 194 Nm | 254 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 972 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 5350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 3320 mm |