2005 Ford Explorer vs. 1955 Oldsmobile 88
To start off, 2005 Ford Explorer is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Oldsmobile 88. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Oldsmobile 88 would be higher. At 5,318 cc (8 cylinders), 1955 Oldsmobile 88 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Explorer (210 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1955 Oldsmobile 88. (200 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Explorer should accelerate faster than 1955 Oldsmobile 88. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Oldsmobile 88 weights approximately 420 kg more than 2005 Ford Explorer.
Let's talk about torque, 1955 Oldsmobile 88 (450 Nm) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Explorer. (330 Nm). This means 1955 Oldsmobile 88 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Explorer.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Explorer | 1955 Oldsmobile 88 | |
| Make | Ford | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Explorer | 88 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4014 cc | 5318 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 450 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 98.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 87.3 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 5180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 3110 mm |
