2009 Ford Explorer vs. 1981 Toyota Cressida
To start off, 2009 Ford Explorer is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Toyota Cressida. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 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 186 more horse power than 1981 Toyota Cressida. (106 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Explorer should accelerate faster than 1981 Toyota Cressida. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Toyota Cressida weights approximately 204 kg more than 2009 Ford Explorer.
Because 2009 Ford Explorer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1981 Toyota Cressida. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Ford Explorer will offer significantly more control. 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 265 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Toyota Cressida. (162 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Explorer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Toyota Cressida.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford Explorer | 1981 Toyota Cressida | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Explorer | Cressida |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1981 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4606 cc | 1972 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 292 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 427 Nm | 162 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 972 kg | 1176 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2650 mm |
