1995 Ford Explorer vs. 1972 Porsche 914
To start off, 1995 Ford Explorer is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Porsche 914. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Porsche 914 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 136 more horse power than 1972 Porsche 914. (79 HP @ 4900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Ford Explorer should accelerate faster than 1972 Porsche 914. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Ford Explorer weights approximately 1079 kg more than 1972 Porsche 914. 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 263 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Porsche 914. (136 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1995 Ford Explorer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Porsche 914.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Ford Explorer | 1972 Porsche 914 | |
| Make | Ford | Porsche |
| Model | Explorer | 914 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 1679 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 399 Nm | 136 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 66 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2004 kg | 925 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2460 mm |
