1974 Ford Fairlane vs. 2000 Ford Excursion
To start off, 2000 Ford Excursion is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Ford Fairlane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Ford Fairlane 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 79 more horse power than 1974 Ford Fairlane. (153 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ford Excursion should accelerate faster than 1974 Ford Fairlane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ford Excursion weights approximately 1818 kg more than 1974 Ford Fairlane. 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 1974 Ford Fairlane. 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 352 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Ford Fairlane. (325 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2000 Ford Excursion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Ford Fairlane.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Ford Fairlane | 2000 Ford Excursion | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Fairlane | Excursion |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3984 cc | 7274 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 232 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 677 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1452 kg | 3270 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 5760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 2030 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 3490 mm |
