1995 Ford Explorer vs. 1980 Porsche 930
To start off, 1995 Ford Explorer is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Porsche 930. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Porsche 930 would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1995 Ford Explorer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Porsche 930 (296 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1995 Ford Explorer. (215 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Porsche 930 should accelerate faster than 1995 Ford Explorer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Ford Explorer weights approximately 704 kg more than 1980 Porsche 930.
Let's talk about torque, 1980 Porsche 930 (440 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Ford Explorer. (399 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1980 Porsche 930 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Ford Explorer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Ford Explorer | 1980 Porsche 930 | |
| Make | Ford | Porsche |
| Model | Explorer | 930 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1980 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 3299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 399 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 97.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 74.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2004 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2510 mm |
