1995 Ford Explorer vs. 2012 Hyundai Elantra
To start off, 2012 Hyundai Elantra is newer by 17 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 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1995 Ford Explorer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Ford Explorer (215 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 2012 Hyundai Elantra. (148 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Ford Explorer should accelerate faster than 2012 Hyundai Elantra.
Let's talk about torque, 1995 Ford Explorer (399 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 222 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Hyundai Elantra. (177 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 1995 Ford Explorer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Hyundai Elantra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Ford Explorer | 2012 Hyundai Elantra | |
| Make | Ford | Hyundai |
| Model | Explorer | Elantra |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 399 Nm | 177 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4529 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1775 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1435 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2700 mm |
