1995 Ford Explorer vs. 1988 Volvo 440
To start off, 1995 Ford Explorer is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Volvo 440. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Volvo 440 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 101 more horse power than 1988 Volvo 440. (109 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Ford Explorer should accelerate faster than 1988 Volvo 440. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Ford Explorer weights approximately 890 kg more than 1988 Volvo 440. 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 189 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Volvo 440. (143 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1995 Ford Explorer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Volvo 440.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Ford Explorer | 1988 Volvo 440 | |
| Make | Ford | Volvo |
| Model | Explorer | 440 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3996 cc | 1721 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 332 Nm | 143 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1910 kg | 1020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2510 mm |
