1972 Buick GS vs. 2002 Ford Explorer
To start off, 2002 Ford Explorer is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Buick GS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Buick GS would be higher. At 5,723 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Buick GS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Ford Explorer (210 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1972 Buick GS. (190 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Ford Explorer should accelerate faster than 1972 Buick GS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Ford Explorer weights approximately 309 kg more than 1972 Buick GS. 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, 1972 Buick GS (394 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Ford Explorer. (335 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1972 Buick GS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Ford Explorer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Buick GS | 2002 Ford Explorer | |
| Make | Buick | Ford |
| Model | GS | Explorer |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5723 cc | 4009 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 394 Nm | 335 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1939 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 5240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 3200 mm |
