1997 Ford Explorer vs. 1987 Peugeot 405
To start off, 1997 Ford Explorer is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Peugeot 405. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Peugeot 405 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 69 more horse power than 1987 Peugeot 405. (92 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Ford Explorer should accelerate faster than 1987 Peugeot 405. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Ford Explorer weights approximately 780 kg more than 1987 Peugeot 405. 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 128 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Peugeot 405. (183 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1997 Ford Explorer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Peugeot 405.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Ford Explorer | 1987 Peugeot 405 | |
| Make | Ford | Peugeot |
| Model | Explorer | 405 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1987 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3996 cc | 1767 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 92 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 311 Nm | 183 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1900 kg | 1120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2680 mm |
