1980 Aston Martin V8 Saloon vs. 1995 Ford Explorer
To start off, 1995 Ford Explorer is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Aston Martin V8 Saloon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Aston Martin V8 Saloon would be higher. At 5,340 cc (8 cylinders), 1980 Aston Martin V8 Saloon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Aston Martin V8 Saloon (317 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 157 more horse power than 1995 Ford Explorer. (160 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Aston Martin V8 Saloon should accelerate faster than 1995 Ford Explorer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Ford Explorer weights approximately 76 kg more than 1980 Aston Martin V8 Saloon.
Let's talk about torque, 1980 Aston Martin V8 Saloon (434 Nm) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Ford Explorer. (311 Nm). This means 1980 Aston Martin V8 Saloon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Ford Explorer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Aston Martin V8 Saloon | 1995 Ford Explorer | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Ford |
| Model | V8 Saloon | Explorer |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5340 cc | 3996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 317 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 434 Nm | 311 Nm |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1824 kg | 1900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2840 mm |
