2002 Ford Explorer vs. 1989 Lamborghini LM
To start off, 2002 Ford Explorer is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Lamborghini LM. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Lamborghini LM would be higher. At 5,167 cc (12 cylinders), 1989 Lamborghini LM is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Lamborghini LM (449 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 237 more horse power than 2002 Ford Explorer. (212 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Lamborghini LM should accelerate faster than 2002 Ford Explorer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Lamborghini LM weights approximately 690 kg more than 2002 Ford Explorer. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1989 Lamborghini LM (511 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Ford Explorer. (390 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1989 Lamborghini LM will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Ford Explorer.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Ford Explorer | 1989 Lamborghini LM | |
| Make | Ford | Lamborghini |
| Model | Explorer | LM |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1989 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4947 cc | 5167 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 212 HP | 449 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 390 Nm | 511 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 85.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 74.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2010 kg | 2700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 2050 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 3010 mm |
