2009 Ford Explorer vs. 1957 Skoda 440
To start off, 2009 Ford Explorer is newer by 52 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Skoda 440. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Skoda 440 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 248 more horse power than 1957 Skoda 440. (44 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Explorer should accelerate faster than 1957 Skoda 440. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ford Explorer weights approximately 36 kg more than 1957 Skoda 440. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 2009 Ford Explorer (427 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 343 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Skoda 440. (84 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Explorer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Skoda 440.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford Explorer | 1957 Skoda 440 | |
| Make | Ford | Skoda |
| Model | Explorer | 440 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4606 cc | 1172 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 292 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 427 Nm | 84 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 7.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2410 mm |
