1997 Ford Explorer vs. 1985 Porsche 928
To start off, 1997 Ford Explorer is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Porsche 928. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Porsche 928 would be higher. At 4,662 cc (8 cylinders), 1985 Porsche 928 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Porsche 928 (310 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 149 more horse power than 1997 Ford Explorer. (161 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Porsche 928 should accelerate faster than 1997 Ford Explorer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Ford Explorer weights approximately 550 kg more than 1985 Porsche 928.
Let's talk about torque, 1985 Porsche 928 (400 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Ford Explorer. (311 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1985 Porsche 928 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Ford Explorer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Ford Explorer | 1985 Porsche 928 | |
| Make | Ford | Porsche |
| Model | Explorer | 928 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1985 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3996 cc | 4662 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 310 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 311 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1900 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2510 mm |
