2000 Ford Excursion vs. 1967 Opel Commodore
To start off, 2000 Ford Excursion is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Opel Commodore. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Opel Commodore 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 118 more horse power than 1967 Opel Commodore. (114 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ford Excursion should accelerate faster than 1967 Opel Commodore. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ford Excursion weights approximately 2100 kg more than 1967 Opel Commodore. 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 1967 Opel Commodore. 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 503 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Opel Commodore. (174 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2000 Ford Excursion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Opel Commodore.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Ford Excursion | 1967 Opel Commodore | |
Make | Ford | Opel |
Model | Excursion | Commodore |
Year Released | 2000 | 1967 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7274 cc | 2488 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 232 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 2700 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 677 Nm | 174 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 3270 kg | 1170 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2030 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2670 mm |