1971 Dodge Challenger vs. 2000 Ford Excursion
To start off, 2000 Ford Excursion is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Dodge Challenger. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Dodge Challenger 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 109 more horse power than 1971 Dodge Challenger. (123 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ford Excursion should accelerate faster than 1971 Dodge Challenger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ford Excursion weights approximately 1800 kg more than 1971 Dodge Challenger. 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 1971 Dodge Challenger. 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 444 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Dodge Challenger. (233 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2000 Ford Excursion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Dodge Challenger.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Dodge Challenger | 2000 Ford Excursion | |
| Make | Dodge | Ford |
| Model | Challenger | Excursion |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3685 cc | 7274 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 232 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Torque | 233 Nm | 677 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 3270 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 5760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 2030 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 3490 mm |
