2000 Ford Excursion vs. 1979 Seat 124
To start off, 2000 Ford Excursion is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Seat 124. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Seat 124 would be higher. At 5,406 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Ford Excursion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ford Excursion (252 HP) has 144 more horse power than 1979 Seat 124. (108 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ford Excursion should accelerate faster than 1979 Seat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ford Excursion weights approximately 2210 kg more than 1979 Seat 124. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2000 Ford Excursion (474 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 320 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Seat 124. (154 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2000 Ford Excursion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Seat 124.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Ford Excursion | 1979 Seat 124 | |
| Make | Ford | Seat |
| Model | Excursion | 124 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5406 cc | 1917 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 108 HP |
| Torque | 474 Nm | 154 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 3210 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2050 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2430 mm |
