2002 Ford Excursion vs. 1954 Ford Prefect
To start off, 2002 Ford Excursion is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Ford Prefect. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Ford Prefect would be higher. At 5,407 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Ford Excursion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Ford Excursion (252 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 221 more horse power than 1954 Ford Prefect. (31 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Ford Excursion should accelerate faster than 1954 Ford Prefect. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Ford Excursion weights approximately 2445 kg more than 1954 Ford Prefect. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Ford Excursion is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1954 Ford Prefect. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 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, 2002 Ford Excursion (475 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 404 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Ford Prefect. (71 Nm @ 2150 RPM). This means 2002 Ford Excursion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Ford Prefect. 2002 Ford Excursion has automatic transmission and 1954 Ford Prefect has manual transmission. 1954 Ford Prefect will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Ford Excursion will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Ford Excursion | 1954 Ford Prefect | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Excursion | Prefect |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1954 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5407 cc | 1170 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 31 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 475 Nm | 71 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2150 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 3210 kg | 765 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 3850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2050 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2220 mm |
