1995 Ford Explorer vs. 1973 Honda 145
To start off, 1995 Ford Explorer is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Honda 145. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Honda 145 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 147 more horse power than 1973 Honda 145. (68 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Ford Explorer should accelerate faster than 1973 Honda 145. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Ford Explorer weights approximately 1084 kg more than 1973 Honda 145. 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 281 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Honda 145. (118 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1995 Ford Explorer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Honda 145.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Ford Explorer | 1973 Honda 145 | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | Explorer | 145 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 1433 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 399 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2004 kg | 920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2260 mm |
