2009 Ford Explorer vs. 1989 Toyota Model F
To start off, 2009 Ford Explorer is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Toyota Model F. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Toyota Model F 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 128 more horse power than 1989 Toyota Model F. (79 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Explorer should accelerate faster than 1989 Toyota Model F. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Toyota Model F weights approximately 328 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 114 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Toyota Model F. (140 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Explorer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Toyota Model F.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford Explorer | 1989 Toyota Model F | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Explorer | Model F |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4009 cc | 1812 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 207 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 254 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 4.0:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 972 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5350 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3320 mm | 2240 mm |
