2000 Ford Excursion vs. 1975 Land Rover Serie III
To start off, 2000 Ford Excursion is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Land Rover Serie III. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Land Rover Serie III would be higher. At 7,274 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Ford Excursion is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ford Excursion weights approximately 1870 kg more than 1975 Land Rover Serie III.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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. 2000 Ford Excursion has automatic transmission and 1975 Land Rover Serie III has manual transmission. 1975 Land Rover Serie III 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 | 1975 Land Rover Serie III | |
| Make | Ford | Land Rover |
| Model | Excursion | Serie III |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1975 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7274 cc | 2286 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 232 HP | 0 HP |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 3270 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 3630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2030 mm | 1980 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2240 mm |
