1978 Ford Capri vs. 1995 Ford Explorer
To start off, 1995 Ford Explorer is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Ford Capri. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Ford Capri would be higher. At 3,996 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Ford Explorer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Ford Explorer (210 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1978 Ford Capri. (175 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Ford Explorer should accelerate faster than 1978 Ford Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Ford Explorer weights approximately 740 kg more than 1978 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 (332 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Ford Capri. (263 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1995 Ford Explorer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Ford Capri.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Ford Capri | 1995 Ford Explorer | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Capri | Explorer |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2994 cc | 3996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 263 Nm | 332 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2840 mm |
