2006 Ford Explorer vs. 1988 Lancia Hit
To start off, 2006 Ford Explorer is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Lancia Hit. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Lancia Hit would be higher. At 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Ford Explorer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Explorer (292 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 1988 Lancia Hit. (185 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Explorer should accelerate faster than 1988 Lancia Hit.
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, 2006 Ford Explorer (407 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Lancia Hit. (304 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Explorer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Lancia Hit.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Ford Explorer | 1988 Lancia Hit | |
Make | Ford | Lancia |
Model | Explorer | Hit |
Year Released | 2006 | 1988 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4605 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 292 HP | 185 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 407 Nm | 304 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 3980 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2480 mm |