1995 Ford Explorer vs. 1955 Ford Anglia
To start off, 1995 Ford Explorer is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Ford Anglia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Ford Anglia 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 184 more horse power than 1955 Ford Anglia. (31 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Ford Explorer should accelerate faster than 1955 Ford Anglia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Ford Explorer weights approximately 1264 kg more than 1955 Ford Anglia. 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 327 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Ford Anglia. (72 Nm @ 2150 RPM). This means 1995 Ford Explorer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Ford Anglia.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Ford Explorer | 1955 Ford Anglia | |
Make | Ford | Ford |
Model | Explorer | Anglia |
Year Released | 1995 | 1955 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4942 cc | 1172 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 31 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 399 Nm | 72 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2150 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 63.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 92.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2004 kg | 740 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 3810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1550 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2220 mm |