2003 Ford Excursion vs. 1977 Toyota Century
To start off, 2003 Ford Excursion is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Toyota Century. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Toyota Century 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 164 more horse power than 1977 Toyota Century. (157 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ford Excursion should accelerate faster than 1977 Toyota Century. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Ford Excursion weights approximately 1605 kg more than 1977 Toyota Century. 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 1977 Toyota Century. 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 489 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Toyota Century. (270 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2003 Ford Excursion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Toyota Century.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Ford Excursion | 1977 Toyota Century | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Excursion | Century |
Year Released | 2003 | 1977 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5954 cc | 3374 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 321 HP | 157 HP |
Engine RPM | 3300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 759 Nm | 270 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 3370 kg | 1765 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 4990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2030 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2870 mm |