2009 Ford Explorer vs. 1977 Toyota Cressida
To start off, 2009 Ford Explorer is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Toyota Cressida. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Toyota Cressida 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 203 more horse power than 1977 Toyota Cressida. (89 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Explorer should accelerate faster than 1977 Toyota Cressida. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Toyota Cressida weights approximately 154 kg more than 2009 Ford Explorer.
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 282 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Toyota Cressida. (145 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Explorer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Toyota Cressida. 2009 Ford Explorer has automatic transmission and 1977 Toyota Cressida has manual transmission. 1977 Toyota Cressida will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Ford Explorer will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford Explorer | 1977 Toyota Cressida | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Explorer | Cressida |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1977 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4606 cc | 1968 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 292 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 427 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 61 L |
