1983 Ford Fiesta vs. 1995 Ford Explorer
To start off, 1995 Ford Explorer is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Ford Fiesta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Ford Fiesta 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 @ 4200 RPM) has 175 more horse power than 1983 Ford Fiesta. (40 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Ford Explorer should accelerate faster than 1983 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Ford Explorer weights approximately 1289 kg more than 1983 Ford Fiesta. 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 335 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Ford Fiesta. (64 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1995 Ford Explorer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Ford Fiesta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Ford Fiesta | 1995 Ford Explorer | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Fiesta | Explorer |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 957 cc | 4942 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 40 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 64 Nm | 399 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 55.7 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 715 kg | 2004 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3570 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2840 mm |
