1998 Ford Explorer vs. 1966 Jaguar 420G
To start off, 1998 Ford Explorer is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Jaguar 420G. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Jaguar 420G would be higher. At 4,235 cc (6 cylinders), 1966 Jaguar 420G is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Jaguar 420G (255 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1998 Ford Explorer. (160 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1966 Jaguar 420G should accelerate faster than 1998 Ford Explorer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Ford Explorer weights approximately 122 kg more than 1966 Jaguar 420G.
Let's talk about torque, 1966 Jaguar 420G (373 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Ford Explorer. (311 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1966 Jaguar 420G will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Ford Explorer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Ford Explorer | 1966 Jaguar 420G | |
| Make | Ford | Jaguar |
| Model | Explorer | 420G |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3996 cc | 4235 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 255 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 311 Nm | 373 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1900 kg | 1778 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 5140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 3050 mm |
