1973 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 2004 Ford Excursion
To start off, 2004 Ford Excursion is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Chevrolet Camaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Chevrolet Camaro would be higher. At 5,735 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Excursion (252 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1973 Chevrolet Camaro. (208 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Excursion should accelerate faster than 1973 Chevrolet Camaro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Excursion weights approximately 1676 kg more than 1973 Chevrolet Camaro. 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 1973 Chevrolet Camaro. 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 (474 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Chevrolet Camaro. (379 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Ford Excursion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Chevrolet Camaro.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Chevrolet Camaro | 2004 Ford Excursion | |
Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
Model | Camaro | Excursion |
Year Released | 1973 | 2004 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5735 cc | 5407 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 208 HP | 252 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 379 Nm | 474 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 3261 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 5760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 2050 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 3490 mm |