1985 Fiat Croma vs. 1995 Ford Explorer
To start off, 1995 Ford Explorer is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Fiat Croma. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Fiat Croma 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 171 more horse power than 1985 Fiat Croma. (44 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Ford Explorer should accelerate faster than 1985 Fiat Croma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Ford Explorer weights approximately 909 kg more than 1985 Fiat Croma. 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) has 272 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Fiat Croma. (127 Nm). This means 1995 Ford Explorer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Fiat Croma.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Fiat Croma | 1995 Ford Explorer | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | Croma | Explorer |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2490 cc | 4942 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 127 Nm | 399 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1095 kg | 2004 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2840 mm |
