1998 Ford Explorer vs. 1971 Jensen SP
To start off, 1998 Ford Explorer is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Jensen SP. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Jensen SP would be higher. At 7,206 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Jensen SP is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Jensen SP (385 HP @ 4700 RPM) has 225 more horse power than 1998 Ford Explorer. (160 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Jensen SP should accelerate faster than 1998 Ford Explorer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Ford Explorer weights approximately 117 kg more than 1971 Jensen SP.
Let's talk about torque, 1971 Jensen SP (557 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 246 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Ford Explorer. (311 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1971 Jensen SP will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Ford Explorer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Ford Explorer | 1971 Jensen SP | |
| Make | Ford | Jensen |
| Model | Explorer | SP |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3996 cc | 7206 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 385 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Torque | 311 Nm | 557 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1900 kg | 1783 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2670 mm |
