2004 Ford Explorer vs. 1980 Porsche 911
To start off, 2004 Ford Explorer is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ford Explorer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Explorer (239 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1980 Porsche 911. (172 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Explorer should accelerate faster than 1980 Porsche 911. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Explorer weights approximately 176 kg more than 1980 Porsche 911. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Ford Explorer (382 Nm) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Porsche 911. (256 Nm). This means 2004 Ford Explorer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Explorer | 1980 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Ford | Porsche |
| Model | Explorer | 911 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1980 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4605 cc | 2994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 239 HP | 172 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 382 Nm | 256 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1298 kg | 1122 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2270 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 80 L |
