1995 Ford Explorer vs. 1983 Toyota Century
To start off, 1995 Ford Explorer is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Toyota Century. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Toyota Century 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 (210 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1983 Toyota Century. (153 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Ford Explorer should accelerate faster than 1983 Toyota Century. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Ford Explorer weights approximately 110 kg more than 1983 Toyota Century. 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 (332 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Toyota Century. (289 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1995 Ford Explorer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Toyota Century.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Ford Explorer | 1983 Toyota Century | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Explorer | Century |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1983 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3996 cc | 3995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 332 Nm | 289 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1910 kg | 1800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2870 mm |
