1991 Porsche 968 vs. 2010 Ford Explorer
To start off, 2010 Ford Explorer is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Porsche 968. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Porsche 968 would be higher. At 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Ford Explorer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Porsche 968 (240 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2010 Ford Explorer. (210 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Porsche 968 should accelerate faster than 2010 Ford Explorer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford Explorer weights approximately 661 kg more than 1991 Porsche 968.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2010 Ford Explorer (344 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Porsche 968. (305 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2010 Ford Explorer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Porsche 968. 2010 Ford Explorer has automatic transmission and 1991 Porsche 968 has manual transmission. 1991 Porsche 968 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Ford Explorer will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Porsche 968 | 2010 Ford Explorer | |
| Make | Porsche | Ford |
| Model | 968 | Explorer |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2989 cc | 4000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 344 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 2061 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4912 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1872 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1849 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2888 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 92 L | 85 L |
