2001 Ford Excursion vs. 1972 Ford Custom
To start off, 2001 Ford Excursion is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Ford Custom. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Ford Custom would be higher. At 5,405 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Ford Excursion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Ford Excursion (252 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 1972 Ford Custom. (140 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ford Excursion should accelerate faster than 1972 Ford Custom. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Ford Excursion weights approximately 1492 kg more than 1972 Ford Custom. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Ford Excursion is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 Ford Custom. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 2001 Ford Excursion (474 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 149 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Ford Custom. (325 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2001 Ford Excursion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Ford Custom.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Ford Excursion | 1972 Ford Custom | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Excursion | Custom |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5405 cc | 4942 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 474 Nm | 325 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 9 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 3261 kg | 1769 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 5550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2040 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 3080 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 167 L | 83 L |
