1953 Austin A 90 vs. 2000 Ford Excursion
To start off, 2000 Ford Excursion is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Austin A 90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Austin A 90 would be higher. At 7,274 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Ford Excursion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ford Excursion (232 HP @ 2700 RPM) has 145 more horse power than 1953 Austin A 90. (87 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ford Excursion should accelerate faster than 1953 Austin A 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ford Excursion weights approximately 1880 kg more than 1953 Austin A 90. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Ford Excursion is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1953 Austin A 90. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Ford Excursion 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, 2000 Ford Excursion (677 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 487 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Austin A 90. (190 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2000 Ford Excursion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Austin A 90. 2000 Ford Excursion has automatic transmission and 1953 Austin A 90 has manual transmission. 1953 Austin A 90 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Ford Excursion will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1953 Austin A 90 | 2000 Ford Excursion | |
Make | Austin | Ford |
Model | A 90 | Excursion |
Year Released | 1953 | 2000 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2658 cc | 7274 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 87 HP | 232 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 2700 RPM |
Torque | 190 Nm | 677 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 3270 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 5760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 2030 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 3490 mm |