1997 Ford Explorer vs. 1979 Simca 1308
To start off, 1997 Ford Explorer is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Simca 1308. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Simca 1308 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 94 more horse power than 1979 Simca 1308. (67 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Ford Explorer should accelerate faster than 1979 Simca 1308. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Ford Explorer weights approximately 860 kg more than 1979 Simca 1308. 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 204 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Simca 1308. (107 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1997 Ford Explorer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Simca 1308.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Ford Explorer | 1979 Simca 1308 | |
| Make | Ford | Simca |
| Model | Explorer | 1308 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3996 cc | 1292 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 311 Nm | 107 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1900 kg | 1040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2610 mm |
