1995 Ford Explorer vs. 1955 Peugeot 403
To start off, 1995 Ford Explorer is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Peugeot 403. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Peugeot 403 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 1955 Peugeot 403. (44 HP @ 4900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Ford Explorer should accelerate faster than 1955 Peugeot 403. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Ford Explorer weights approximately 836 kg more than 1955 Peugeot 403. 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 325 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Peugeot 403. (74 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1995 Ford Explorer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Peugeot 403.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Ford Explorer | 1955 Peugeot 403 | |
| Make | Ford | Peugeot |
| Model | Explorer | 403 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1955 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 1468 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 399 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 80.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 73 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2004 kg | 1168 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2900 mm |
