2009 Ford Explorer vs. 1955 Nissan Sports
To start off, 2009 Ford Explorer is newer by 54 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Nissan Sports. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Nissan Sports would be higher. At 4,009 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Ford Explorer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Explorer (211 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 193 more horse power than 1955 Nissan Sports. (18 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Explorer should accelerate faster than 1955 Nissan Sports. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ford Explorer weights approximately 216 kg more than 1955 Nissan Sports. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Ford Explorer (344 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 295 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Nissan Sports. (49 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Explorer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Nissan Sports.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford Explorer | 1955 Nissan Sports | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Explorer | Sports |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1955 |
| Engine Size | 4009 cc | 859 cc |
| Horse Power | 211 HP | 18 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 344 Nm | 49 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 3520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1370 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2160 mm |
