1995 Ford Explorer vs. 1989 Porsche 928
To start off, 1995 Ford Explorer is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Porsche 928. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Porsche 928 would be higher. At 4,664 cc (8 cylinders), 1989 Porsche 928 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Porsche 928 (306 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 1995 Ford Explorer. (210 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Porsche 928 should accelerate faster than 1995 Ford Explorer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Ford Explorer weights approximately 380 kg more than 1989 Porsche 928.
Let's talk about torque, 1989 Porsche 928 (408 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Ford Explorer. (332 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1989 Porsche 928 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Ford Explorer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Ford Explorer | 1989 Porsche 928 | |
| Make | Ford | Porsche |
| Model | Explorer | 928 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1989 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3996 cc | 4664 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 306 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 332 Nm | 408 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1910 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2510 mm |
