1986 Fiat Panda vs. 1995 Ford Explorer
To start off, 1995 Ford Explorer is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Fiat Panda. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Fiat Panda 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 124 more horse power than 1986 Fiat Panda. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Ford Explorer should accelerate faster than 1986 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Ford Explorer weights approximately 1090 kg more than 1986 Fiat Panda. 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 240 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Fiat Panda. (71 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1995 Ford Explorer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Fiat Panda | 1995 Ford Explorer | |
Make | Fiat | Ford |
Model | Panda | Explorer |
Year Released | 1986 | 1995 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1302 cc | 3996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 36 HP | 160 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 71 Nm | 311 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 810 kg | 1900 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1840 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2840 mm |