1997 Ford Explorer vs. 1966 Marcos 1800
To start off, 1997 Ford Explorer is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Marcos 1800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Marcos 1800 would be higher. At 3,996 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Ford Explorer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Ford Explorer (161 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1966 Marcos 1800. (114 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Ford Explorer should accelerate faster than 1966 Marcos 1800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Ford Explorer weights approximately 1130 kg more than 1966 Marcos 1800. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1997 Ford Explorer (311 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 162 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Marcos 1800. (149 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1997 Ford Explorer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Marcos 1800.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Ford Explorer | 1966 Marcos 1800 | |
| Make | Ford | Marcos |
| Model | Explorer | 1800 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1966 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3996 cc | 1783 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 311 Nm | 149 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1900 kg | 770 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2280 mm |
