1995 Ford Explorer vs. 1957 Wartburg Sports Convertible
To start off, 1995 Ford Explorer is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Wartburg Sports Convertible. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Wartburg Sports Convertible 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) has 111 more horse power than 1957 Wartburg Sports Convertible. (49 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Ford Explorer should accelerate faster than 1957 Wartburg Sports Convertible. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Ford Explorer weights approximately 1024 kg more than 1957 Wartburg Sports Convertible. 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 224 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Wartburg Sports Convertible. (87 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1995 Ford Explorer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Wartburg Sports Convertible.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Ford Explorer | 1957 Wartburg Sports Convertible | |
| Make | Ford | Wartburg |
| Model | Explorer | Sports Convertible |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1957 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3996 cc | 900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 49 HP |
| Torque | 311 Nm | 87 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1900 kg | 876 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2460 mm |
