1995 Ford Explorer vs. 1992 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1995 Ford Explorer is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Toyota Corolla 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 73 more horse power than 1992 Toyota Corolla. (87 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Ford Explorer should accelerate faster than 1992 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Ford Explorer weights approximately 810 kg more than 1992 Toyota Corolla. 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 200 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Toyota Corolla. (111 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1995 Ford Explorer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Ford Explorer | 1992 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Explorer | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1992 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3996 cc | 1332 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 87 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 311 Nm | 111 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1900 kg | 1090 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2440 mm |
