1983 Ford Escort vs. 2004 Ford Excursion
To start off, 2004 Ford Excursion is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Ford Escort 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 182 more horse power than 1983 Ford Escort. (70 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Excursion should accelerate faster than 1983 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Excursion weights approximately 2311 kg more than 1983 Ford Escort. 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 1983 Ford Escort. 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 353 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Ford Escort. (121 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2004 Ford Excursion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Ford Escort | 2004 Ford Excursion | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Escort | Excursion |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 5407 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 121 Nm | 474 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 3261 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 5760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 2050 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 3490 mm |
