2000 Ford Excursion vs. 1957 Skoda 440
To start off, 2000 Ford Excursion is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Skoda 440. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Skoda 440 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 262 more horse power than 1957 Skoda 440. (44 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ford Excursion should accelerate faster than 1957 Skoda 440. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ford Excursion weights approximately 2310 kg more than 1957 Skoda 440. 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 1957 Skoda 440. 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 491 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Skoda 440. (84 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2000 Ford Excursion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Skoda 440.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Ford Excursion | 1957 Skoda 440 | |
| Make | Ford | Skoda |
| Model | Excursion | 440 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6801 cc | 1172 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 306 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 575 Nm | 84 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 3240 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2030 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2410 mm |
