2003 Ford Excursion vs. 1961 Skoda 1200
To start off, 2003 Ford Excursion is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Skoda 1200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Skoda 1200 would be higher. At 5,954 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Ford Excursion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Ford Excursion (321 HP @ 3300 RPM) has 277 more horse power than 1961 Skoda 1200. (44 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ford Excursion should accelerate faster than 1961 Skoda 1200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Ford Excursion weights approximately 2360 kg more than 1961 Skoda 1200. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Ford Excursion is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1961 Skoda 1200. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 2003 Ford Excursion (759 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 675 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Skoda 1200. (84 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2003 Ford Excursion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Skoda 1200.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Ford Excursion | 1961 Skoda 1200 | |
| Make | Ford | Skoda |
| Model | Excursion | 1200 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5954 cc | 1219 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 321 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3300 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 759 Nm | 84 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 3370 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2030 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2690 mm |
