1995 Ford Explorer vs. 1960 Peugeot 404
To start off, 1995 Ford Explorer is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Peugeot 404. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Peugeot 404 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 (210 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 1960 Peugeot 404. (62 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Ford Explorer should accelerate faster than 1960 Peugeot 404. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Ford Explorer weights approximately 845 kg more than 1960 Peugeot 404. 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 (332 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 205 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Peugeot 404. (127 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1995 Ford Explorer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Peugeot 404.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Ford Explorer | 1960 Peugeot 404 | |
| Make | Ford | Peugeot |
| Model | Explorer | 404 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3996 cc | 1618 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 332 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1910 kg | 1065 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2650 mm |
