1995 Ford Explorer vs. 1981 Volkswagen Santana
To start off, 1995 Ford Explorer is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Volkswagen Santana. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Volkswagen Santana 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 85 more horse power than 1981 Volkswagen Santana. (75 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Ford Explorer should accelerate faster than 1981 Volkswagen Santana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Ford Explorer weights approximately 910 kg more than 1981 Volkswagen Santana. 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 186 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Volkswagen Santana. (125 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1995 Ford Explorer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Volkswagen Santana.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Ford Explorer | 1981 Volkswagen Santana | |
Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
Model | Explorer | Santana |
Year Released | 1995 | 1981 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3996 cc | 1588 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 160 HP | 75 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 311 Nm | 125 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1900 kg | 990 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2560 mm |