2003 Ford Excursion vs. 1968 Triumph 1300
To start off, 2003 Ford Excursion is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Triumph 1300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Triumph 1300 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 261 more horse power than 1968 Triumph 1300. (60 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ford Excursion should accelerate faster than 1968 Triumph 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Ford Excursion weights approximately 2455 kg more than 1968 Triumph 1300. 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 1968 Triumph 1300. 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 660 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Triumph 1300. (99 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2003 Ford Excursion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Triumph 1300.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Ford Excursion | 1968 Triumph 1300 | |
| Make | Ford | Triumph |
| Model | Excursion | 1300 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1968 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5954 cc | 1295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 321 HP | 60 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 759 Nm | 99 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 3370 kg | 915 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 3940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2030 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2460 mm |
