1995 Ford Explorer vs. 1969 Mazda 1000
To start off, 1995 Ford Explorer is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Mazda 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Mazda 1000 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 166 more horse power than 1969 Mazda 1000. (49 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Ford Explorer should accelerate faster than 1969 Mazda 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Ford Explorer weights approximately 1294 kg more than 1969 Mazda 1000. 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 322 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Mazda 1000. (77 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1995 Ford Explorer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Mazda 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Ford Explorer | 1969 Mazda 1000 | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | Explorer | 1000 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 399 Nm | 77 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2004 kg | 710 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2270 mm |
