2001 Ford Excursion vs. 1980 Holden Commodore
To start off, 2001 Ford Excursion is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Holden Commodore. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Holden Commodore 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 84 more horse power than 1980 Holden Commodore. (168 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ford Excursion should accelerate faster than 1980 Holden Commodore. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Ford Excursion weights approximately 1881 kg more than 1980 Holden Commodore. 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 1980 Holden Commodore. 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 122 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Holden Commodore. (352 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2001 Ford Excursion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Holden Commodore.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Ford Excursion | 1980 Holden Commodore | |
Make | Ford | Holden |
Model | Excursion | Commodore |
Year Released | 2001 | 1980 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5405 cc | 5042 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 252 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 474 Nm | 352 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
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 | 1380 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 4710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2040 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2670 mm |