1977 Ford Cortina 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 Ford Cortina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Ford Cortina would be higher. At 6,801 cc (10 cylinders), 2004 Ford Excursion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Excursion (310 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 202 more horse power than 1977 Ford Cortina. (108 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Excursion should accelerate faster than 1977 Ford Cortina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Excursion weights approximately 1892 kg more than 1977 Ford Cortina. 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 Ford Cortina. 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 (576 Nm) has 400 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Ford Cortina. (176 Nm). This means 2004 Ford Excursion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Ford Cortina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Ford Cortina | 2004 Ford Excursion | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Cortina | Excursion |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2294 cc | 6801 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 310 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 576 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 90.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 60.1 mm | 106 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1128 kg | 3020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 5760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1970 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 3490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 167 L |
