1981 Ford Capri vs. 1995 Ford Explorer
To start off, 1995 Ford Explorer is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Ford Capri. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 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 (160 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 1981 Ford Capri. (67 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Ford Explorer should accelerate faster than 1981 Ford Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Ford Explorer weights approximately 890 kg more than 1981 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 (311 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 196 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Ford Capri. (115 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1995 Ford Explorer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Ford Capri.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Ford Capri | 1995 Ford Explorer | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Capri | Explorer |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1593 cc | 3996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 311 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 1900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2840 mm |
