1995 Ford Explorer vs. 1980 Opel Commodore
To start off, 1995 Ford Explorer is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Opel Commodore. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Opel Commodore 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 1980 Opel Commodore. (115 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Ford Explorer should accelerate faster than 1980 Opel Commodore. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Ford Explorer weights approximately 700 kg more than 1980 Opel Commodore. 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 132 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Opel Commodore. (179 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1995 Ford Explorer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Opel Commodore.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Ford Explorer | 1980 Opel Commodore | |
| Make | Ford | Opel |
| Model | Explorer | Commodore |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3996 cc | 2488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 311 Nm | 179 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1900 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2670 mm |
