1975 Ford Escort 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 Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Ford Escort 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 148 more horse power than 1975 Ford Escort. (84 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ford Excursion should accelerate faster than 1975 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ford Excursion weights approximately 2315 kg more than 1975 Ford Escort. 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 Escort. 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 552 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Ford Escort. (125 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2000 Ford Excursion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Ford Escort. 2000 Ford Excursion has automatic transmission and 1975 Ford Escort has manual transmission. 1975 Ford Escort will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Ford Excursion will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Ford Escort | 2000 Ford Excursion | |
Make | Ford | Ford |
Model | Escort | Excursion |
Year Released | 1975 | 2000 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 7274 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 84 HP | 232 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 2700 RPM |
Torque | 125 Nm | 677 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 955 kg | 3270 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 5760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 2030 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 3490 mm |