1971 Daihatsu Consorte vs. 2003 Ford Excursion
To start off, 2003 Ford Excursion is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Daihatsu Consorte. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Daihatsu Consorte would be higher. At 5,407 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Ford Excursion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Ford Excursion (252 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 185 more horse power than 1971 Daihatsu Consorte. (67 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ford Excursion should accelerate faster than 1971 Daihatsu Consorte. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Ford Excursion weights approximately 2540 kg more than 1971 Daihatsu Consorte. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Ford Excursion is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1971 Daihatsu Consorte. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 2003 Ford Excursion (474 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 381 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Daihatsu Consorte. (93 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2003 Ford Excursion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Daihatsu Consorte.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Daihatsu Consorte | 2003 Ford Excursion | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Ford |
| Model | Consorte | Excursion |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1166 cc | 5407 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 93 Nm | 474 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 670 kg | 3210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3650 mm | 5760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 2050 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 3490 mm |
