1995 Ford Explorer vs. 1989 Honda Civic
To start off, 1995 Ford Explorer is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Honda Civic 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 70 more horse power than 1989 Honda Civic. (90 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Ford Explorer should accelerate faster than 1989 Honda Civic.
Let's talk about torque, 1995 Ford Explorer (311 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 197 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Honda Civic. (114 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1995 Ford Explorer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Ford Explorer | 1989 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | Explorer | Civic |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1989 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3996 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 311 Nm | 114 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1370 mm |
