2002 Ford Explorer vs. 1990 Nissan Presea
To start off, 2002 Ford Explorer is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Nissan Presea. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Nissan Presea would be higher. At 4,947 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Ford Explorer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Ford Explorer (212 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1990 Nissan Presea. (138 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Ford Explorer should accelerate faster than 1990 Nissan Presea. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Ford Explorer weights approximately 920 kg more than 1990 Nissan Presea. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Ford Explorer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Nissan Presea. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Ford Explorer will offer significantly more control. 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, 2002 Ford Explorer (390 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 212 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Nissan Presea. (178 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2002 Ford Explorer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Nissan Presea.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Ford Explorer | 1990 Nissan Presea | |
Make | Ford | Nissan |
Model | Explorer | Presea |
Year Released | 2002 | 1990 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4947 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 212 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 390 Nm | 178 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2010 kg | 1090 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2510 mm |