2002 Ford Excursion vs. 1972 Porsche 914
To start off, 2002 Ford Excursion is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Porsche 914. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Porsche 914 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 173 more horse power than 1972 Porsche 914. (79 HP @ 4900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Ford Excursion should accelerate faster than 1972 Porsche 914. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Ford Excursion weights approximately 2285 kg more than 1972 Porsche 914. 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 1972 Porsche 914. 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 339 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Porsche 914. (136 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2002 Ford Excursion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Porsche 914.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Ford Excursion | 1972 Porsche 914 | |
| Make | Ford | Porsche |
| Model | Excursion | 914 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5407 cc | 1679 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 475 Nm | 136 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 3210 kg | 925 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2050 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 167 L | 61 L |
