2009 Ford Explorer vs. 1993 Italdesign Nazca
To start off, 2009 Ford Explorer is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Italdesign Nazca. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Italdesign Nazca would be higher. At 4,988 cc (12 cylinders), 1993 Italdesign Nazca is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Explorer (399 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1993 Italdesign Nazca. (346 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Explorer should accelerate faster than 1993 Italdesign Nazca.
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, 1993 Italdesign Nazca (470 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Explorer. (369 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1993 Italdesign Nazca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford Explorer.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford Explorer | 1993 Italdesign Nazca | |
| Make | Ford | Italdesign |
| Model | Explorer | Nazca |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1993 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4799 cc | 4988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 399 HP | 346 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 369 Nm | 470 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 2090 mm |
