1958 Ford Popular vs. 2004 Ford Excursion
To start off, 2004 Ford Excursion is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Ford Popular. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Ford Popular would be higher. At 6,799 cc (10 cylinders), 2004 Ford Excursion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Excursion (310 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 284 more horse power than 1958 Ford Popular. (26 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Excursion should accelerate faster than 1958 Ford Popular. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Excursion weights approximately 2526 kg more than 1958 Ford Popular. 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 1958 Ford Popular. 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 513 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Ford Popular. (63 Nm). This means 2004 Ford Excursion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Ford Popular. 2004 Ford Excursion has automatic transmission and 1958 Ford Popular has manual transmission. 1958 Ford Popular will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Ford Excursion will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Ford Popular | 2004 Ford Excursion | |
Make | Ford | Ford |
Model | Popular | Excursion |
Year Released | 1958 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1171 cc | 6799 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 26 HP | 310 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 63 Nm | 576 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 735 kg | 3261 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 5760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 2050 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 3490 mm |