1997 Ford Explorer vs. 1992 Honda Accord
To start off, 1997 Ford Explorer is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Honda Accord 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 27 more horse power than 1992 Honda Accord. (134 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Ford Explorer should accelerate faster than 1992 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Ford Explorer weights approximately 535 kg more than 1992 Honda Accord. 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 127 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Honda Accord. (184 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1997 Ford Explorer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Ford Explorer | 1992 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | Explorer | Accord |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1992 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3996 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 311 Nm | 184 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1900 kg | 1365 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1400 mm |
