1995 Ford Explorer vs. 1974 Mazda RX-4
To start off, 1995 Ford Explorer is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Mazda RX-4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Mazda RX-4 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 (160 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1974 Mazda RX-4. (115 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Ford Explorer should accelerate faster than 1974 Mazda RX-4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Ford Explorer weights approximately 790 kg more than 1974 Mazda RX-4. 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 (311 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 146 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Mazda RX-4. (165 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1995 Ford Explorer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Mazda RX-4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Ford Explorer | 1974 Mazda RX-4 | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | Explorer | RX-4 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1974 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3996 cc | 2616 cc |
| Engine Type | V | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 311 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1900 kg | 1110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2520 mm |
