1978 Austin Maxi vs. 2005 Ford Excursion
To start off, 2005 Ford Excursion is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Austin Maxi. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Austin Maxi would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Ford Excursion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Excursion (255 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 186 more horse power than 1978 Austin Maxi. (69 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Excursion should accelerate faster than 1978 Austin Maxi. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Excursion weights approximately 2009 kg more than 1978 Austin Maxi. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Ford Excursion is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Austin Maxi. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Ford Excursion (475 Nm) has 371 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Austin Maxi. (104 Nm). This means 2005 Ford Excursion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Austin Maxi.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Austin Maxi | 2005 Ford Excursion | |
| Make | Austin | Ford |
| Model | Maxi | Excursion |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1485 cc | 5408 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 69 HP | 255 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 104 Nm | 475 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.2 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 106 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 2989 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 5760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1970 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 3490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 167 L |
