1981 Buick Estate vs. 2004 Ford Excursion
To start off, 2004 Ford Excursion is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Buick Estate. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Buick Estate would be higher. At 5,949 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ford Excursion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Excursion (325 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 172 more horse power than 1981 Buick Estate. (153 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Excursion should accelerate faster than 1981 Buick Estate. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Excursion weights approximately 1402 kg more than 1981 Buick Estate. 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 1981 Buick Estate. 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 (759 Nm) has 379 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Buick Estate. (380 Nm). This means 2004 Ford Excursion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Buick Estate.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Buick Estate | 2004 Ford Excursion | |
Make | Buick | Ford |
Model | Estate | Excursion |
Year Released | 1981 | 2004 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5735 cc | 5949 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 153 HP | 325 HP |
Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 380 Nm | 759 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 95 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 97.8 mm | 105 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1880 kg | 3282 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5510 mm | 5760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1970 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 3490 mm |