1995 Ford Explorer vs. 1958 Skoda 440
To start off, 1995 Ford Explorer is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Skoda 440. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Skoda 440 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 177 more horse power than 1958 Skoda 440. (38 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Ford Explorer should accelerate faster than 1958 Skoda 440. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Ford Explorer weights approximately 1069 kg more than 1958 Skoda 440. 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 1958 Skoda 440. (74 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1995 Ford Explorer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Skoda 440.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Ford Explorer | 1958 Skoda 440 | |
| Make | Ford | Skoda |
| Model | Explorer | 440 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 1088 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 399 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2004 kg | 935 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2410 mm |
