2010 Ford Explorer vs. 1986 Ford Capri
To start off, 2010 Ford Explorer is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Ford Capri. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Ford Capri would be higher. At 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Ford Explorer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ford Explorer (210 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 1986 Ford Capri. (72 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford Explorer should accelerate faster than 1986 Ford Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford Explorer weights approximately 1051 kg more than 1986 Ford Capri. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2010 Ford Explorer (344 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 225 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Ford Capri. (119 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2010 Ford Explorer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Ford Capri.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Ford Explorer | 1986 Ford Capri | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Explorer | Capri |
| Year Released | 2010 | 1986 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4000 cc | 1591 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 344 Nm | 119 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2061 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4912 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1872 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1849 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2888 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 58 L |
