2000 Ford Excursion vs. 1951 Holden FX
To start off, 2000 Ford Excursion is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Holden FX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Holden FX would be higher. At 6,801 cc (10 cylinders), 2000 Ford Excursion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ford Excursion (306 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 255 more horse power than 1951 Holden FX. (51 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ford Excursion should accelerate faster than 1951 Holden FX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ford Excursion weights approximately 2270 kg more than 1951 Holden FX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Ford Excursion is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1951 Holden FX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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, 2000 Ford Excursion (575 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 439 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Holden FX. (136 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2000 Ford Excursion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Holden FX. 2000 Ford Excursion has automatic transmission and 1951 Holden FX has manual transmission. 1951 Holden FX will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Ford Excursion will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Ford Excursion | 1951 Holden FX | |
| Make | Ford | Holden |
| Model | Excursion | FX |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1951 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6801 cc | 2166 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 306 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 575 Nm | 136 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 3240 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2030 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2620 mm |
