1997 Ford Explorer vs. 1991 Toyota Supra
To start off, 1997 Ford Explorer is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Toyota Supra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Toyota Supra would be higher. At 3,996 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Ford Explorer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Toyota Supra (202 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1997 Ford Explorer. (161 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Toyota Supra should accelerate faster than 1997 Ford Explorer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Ford Explorer weights approximately 343 kg more than 1991 Toyota Supra.
Let's talk about torque, 1997 Ford Explorer (311 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Toyota Supra. (254 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1997 Ford Explorer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Toyota Supra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Ford Explorer | 1991 Toyota Supra | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Explorer | Supra |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1991 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3996 cc | 2954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 202 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 311 Nm | 254 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1900 kg | 1557 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2730 mm |
