1991 Audi V8 vs. 1995 Ford Explorer
To start off, 1995 Ford Explorer is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Audi V8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Audi V8 would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1995 Ford Explorer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Audi V8 (280 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1995 Ford Explorer. (215 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Audi V8 should accelerate faster than 1995 Ford Explorer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Ford Explorer weights approximately 292 kg more than 1991 Audi V8.
Let's talk about torque, 1991 Audi V8 (400 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Ford Explorer. (399 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1991 Audi V8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Ford Explorer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Audi V8 | 1995 Ford Explorer | |
| Make | Audi | Ford |
| Model | V8 | Explorer |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4172 cc | 4942 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 280 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 399 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1712 kg | 2004 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2840 mm |
