1953 Chevrolet Bel Air vs. 2004 Ford Excursion
To start off, 2004 Ford Excursion is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Chevrolet Bel Air. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Chevrolet Bel Air would be higher. At 6,801 cc (10 cylinders), 2004 Ford Excursion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Excursion (310 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 195 more horse power than 1953 Chevrolet Bel Air. (115 HP @ 3700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Excursion should accelerate faster than 1953 Chevrolet Bel Air. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Excursion weights approximately 1778 kg more than 1953 Chevrolet Bel Air. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Ford Excursion is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1953 Chevrolet Bel Air. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2004 Ford Excursion (576 Nm) has 305 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Chevrolet Bel Air. (271 Nm). This means 2004 Ford Excursion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Chevrolet Bel Air.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Chevrolet Bel Air | 2004 Ford Excursion | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | Bel Air | Excursion |
| Year Released | 1953 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3859 cc | 6801 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 310 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3700 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 576 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1483 kg | 3261 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 5760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 2050 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 3490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 167 L |
