2000 Ford Excursion vs. 1958 Alvis TD
To start off, 2000 Ford Excursion is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Alvis TD. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Alvis TD would be higher. At 7,274 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Ford Excursion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ford Excursion (232 HP @ 2700 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 1958 Alvis TD. (116 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ford Excursion should accelerate faster than 1958 Alvis TD. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ford Excursion weights approximately 1845 kg more than 1958 Alvis TD. 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 1958 Alvis TD. 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 (677 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 456 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Alvis TD. (221 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2000 Ford Excursion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Alvis TD.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Ford Excursion | 1958 Alvis TD | |
| Make | Ford | Alvis |
| Model | Excursion | TD |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7274 cc | 2991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 232 HP | 116 HP |
| Engine RPM | 2700 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 677 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 3270 kg | 1425 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2030 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2840 mm |
