2000 Ford Excursion vs. 1973 Pontiac Bonneville
To start off, 2000 Ford Excursion is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Pontiac Bonneville. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Pontiac Bonneville would be higher. At 7,462 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Pontiac Bonneville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ford Excursion (306 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 1973 Pontiac Bonneville. (185 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ford Excursion should accelerate faster than 1973 Pontiac Bonneville. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ford Excursion weights approximately 1250 kg more than 1973 Pontiac Bonneville. 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 1973 Pontiac Bonneville. 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 91 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Pontiac Bonneville. (484 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2000 Ford Excursion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Pontiac Bonneville.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Ford Excursion | 1973 Pontiac Bonneville | |
Make | Ford | Pontiac |
Model | Excursion | Bonneville |
Year Released | 2000 | 1973 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6801 cc | 7462 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 306 HP | 185 HP |
Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 575 Nm | 484 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 3240 kg | 1990 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 5740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2030 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 3210 mm |