2000 Ford Excursion vs. 1983 Bitter SC
To start off, 2000 Ford Excursion is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Bitter SC. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Bitter SC would be higher. At 6,801 cc (10 cylinders), 2000 Ford Excursion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ford Excursion (306 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 129 more horse power than 1983 Bitter SC. (177 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ford Excursion should accelerate faster than 1983 Bitter SC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ford Excursion weights approximately 1890 kg more than 1983 Bitter SC. 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 1983 Bitter SC. 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 327 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Bitter SC. (248 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2000 Ford Excursion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Bitter SC.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Ford Excursion | 1983 Bitter SC | |
Make | Ford | Bitter |
Model | Excursion | SC |
Year Released | 2000 | 1983 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6801 cc | 2968 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 306 HP | 177 HP |
Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 575 Nm | 248 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 95 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 69.8 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 3240 kg | 1350 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 4920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2030 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2690 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 167 L | 75 L |