1976 Ford Capri vs. 1995 Ford Explorer
To start off, 1995 Ford Explorer is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Ford Capri. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Ford Capri 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) has 166 more horse power than 1976 Ford Capri. (49 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Ford Explorer should accelerate faster than 1976 Ford Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Ford Explorer weights approximately 994 kg more than 1976 Ford Capri. 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 313 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Ford Capri. (86 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1995 Ford Explorer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Ford Capri.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Ford Capri | 1995 Ford Explorer | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Capri | Explorer |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 4942 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 215 HP |
| Torque | 86 Nm | 399 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 2004 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2840 mm |
