2009 Ford Explorer vs. 1986 Porsche 944
To start off, 2009 Ford Explorer is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Porsche 944. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Porsche 944 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 (207 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1986 Porsche 944. (145 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Explorer should accelerate faster than 1986 Porsche 944. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Porsche 944 weights approximately 373 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 (254 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Porsche 944. (196 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Explorer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Porsche 944.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford Explorer | 1986 Porsche 944 | |
| Make | Ford | Porsche |
| Model | Explorer | 944 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4009 cc | 2479 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 207 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 254 Nm | 196 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 972 kg | 1345 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5350 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3320 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 66 L |
