1977 Alpine A 110 vs. 2004 Ford Excursion
To start off, 2004 Ford Excursion is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Alpine A 110. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Alpine A 110 would be higher. At 5,407 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ford Excursion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Excursion (252 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 157 more horse power than 1977 Alpine A 110. (95 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Excursion should accelerate faster than 1977 Alpine A 110. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Excursion weights approximately 2531 kg more than 1977 Alpine A 110. 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 1977 Alpine A 110. 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 346 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Alpine A 110. (128 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2004 Ford Excursion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Alpine A 110. 2004 Ford Excursion has automatic transmission and 1977 Alpine A 110 has manual transmission. 1977 Alpine A 110 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Ford Excursion will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Alpine A 110 | 2004 Ford Excursion | |
| Make | Alpine | Ford |
| Model | A 110 | Excursion |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1647 cc | 5407 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 95 HP | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 474 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 730 kg | 3261 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 5760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 2050 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2140 mm | 3490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 167 L |
