1975 Ford Capri vs. 2000 Ford Excursion
To start off, 2000 Ford Excursion is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Ford Capri. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Ford Capri 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 177 more horse power than 1975 Ford Capri. (55 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ford Excursion should accelerate faster than 1975 Ford Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ford Excursion weights approximately 2260 kg more than 1975 Ford Capri. 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 1975 Ford Capri. 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 590 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Ford Capri. (87 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2000 Ford Excursion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Ford Capri.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Ford Capri | 2000 Ford Excursion | |
Make | Ford | Ford |
Model | Capri | Excursion |
Year Released | 1975 | 2000 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1298 cc | 7274 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 55 HP | 232 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 2700 RPM |
Torque | 87 Nm | 677 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 3270 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 5760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 2030 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 3490 mm |