1961 Ford Taunus vs. 2005 Ford Excursion
To start off, 2005 Ford Excursion is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Ford Taunus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Ford Taunus would be higher. At 5,948 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Ford Excursion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Excursion (325 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 272 more horse power than 1961 Ford Taunus. (53 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Excursion should accelerate faster than 1961 Ford Taunus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Excursion weights approximately 2544 kg more than 1961 Ford Taunus. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Ford Excursion is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1961 Ford Taunus. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Ford Excursion (759 Nm) has 648 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Ford Taunus. (111 Nm). This means 2005 Ford Excursion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Ford Taunus.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Ford Taunus | 2005 Ford Excursion | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Taunus | Excursion |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1497 cc | 5948 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 325 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 111 Nm | 759 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.1:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 3504 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 5760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 2040 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 3490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 167 L |
