1971 Ford Escort vs. 1997 Ford Explorer
To start off, 1997 Ford Explorer is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Ford Escort would be higher. At 3,996 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Ford Explorer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Ford Explorer (161 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 1971 Ford Escort. (38 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Ford Explorer should accelerate faster than 1971 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Ford Explorer weights approximately 1095 kg more than 1971 Ford Escort. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1997 Ford Explorer (311 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 243 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Ford Escort. (68 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1997 Ford Explorer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Ford Escort | 1997 Ford Explorer | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Escort | Explorer |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1098 cc | 3996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 68 Nm | 311 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 805 kg | 1900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2840 mm |
