1995 Ford Explorer vs. 2011 Nissan 370Z
To start off, 2011 Nissan 370Z is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Ford Explorer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Ford Explorer would be higher. At 3,996 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Ford Explorer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Nissan 370Z (332 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 122 more horse power than 1995 Ford Explorer. (210 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Nissan 370Z should accelerate faster than 1995 Ford Explorer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Ford Explorer weights approximately 356 kg more than 2011 Nissan 370Z.
Let's talk about torque, 2011 Nissan 370Z (366 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Ford Explorer. (332 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2011 Nissan 370Z will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Ford Explorer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Ford Explorer | 2011 Nissan 370Z | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Explorer | 370Z |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3996 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 332 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 332 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1910 kg | 1554 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4247 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1849 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1326 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2550 mm |
