2003 Ford Excursion vs. 1985 Holden Drover
To start off, 2003 Ford Excursion is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Holden Drover. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Holden Drover 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 258 more horse power than 1985 Holden Drover. (63 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ford Excursion should accelerate faster than 1985 Holden Drover. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Ford Excursion weights approximately 2460 kg more than 1985 Holden Drover. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 659 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Holden Drover. (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2003 Ford Excursion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Holden Drover. 2003 Ford Excursion has automatic transmission and 1985 Holden Drover has manual transmission. 1985 Holden Drover will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Ford Excursion will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Ford Excursion | 1985 Holden Drover | |
Make | Ford | Holden |
Model | Excursion | Drover |
Year Released | 2003 | 1985 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5954 cc | 1324 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 321 HP | 63 HP |
Engine RPM | 3300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 759 Nm | 100 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 3370 kg | 910 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 3450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1470 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2030 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2040 mm |