2000 Ford Excursion vs. 1981 Ford Capri
To start off, 2000 Ford Excursion is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Ford Capri. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Ford Capri 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 @ 4500 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1981 Ford Capri. (158 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ford Excursion should accelerate faster than 1981 Ford Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ford Excursion weights approximately 2040 kg more than 1981 Ford Capri. 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 1981 Ford Capri. 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 (474 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 253 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Ford Capri. (221 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2000 Ford Excursion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Ford Capri. 2000 Ford Excursion has automatic transmission and 1981 Ford Capri has manual transmission. 1981 Ford Capri 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 | 1981 Ford Capri | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Excursion | Capri |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1981 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5406 cc | 2792 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 474 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 3210 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2050 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 167 L | 59 L |
