2009 Ford Explorer vs. 1955 Trabant P 70
To start off, 2009 Ford Explorer is newer by 54 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Trabant P 70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Trabant P 70 would be higher. At 4,606 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford Explorer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Explorer (292 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 270 more horse power than 1955 Trabant P 70. (22 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Explorer should accelerate faster than 1955 Trabant P 70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ford Explorer weights approximately 116 kg more than 1955 Trabant P 70. 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 (427 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 373 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Trabant P 70. (54 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Explorer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Trabant P 70.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford Explorer | 1955 Trabant P 70 | |
| Make | Ford | Trabant |
| Model | Explorer | P 70 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1955 |
| Engine Size | 4606 cc | 690 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 292 HP | 22 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 427 Nm | 54 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 3750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2390 mm |
