2004 Ford Excursion vs. 1949 Morris Minor
To start off, 2004 Ford Excursion is newer by 55 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Morris Minor would be higher. At 6,801 cc (10 cylinders), 2004 Ford Excursion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Excursion (310 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 283 more horse power than 1949 Morris Minor. (27 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Excursion should accelerate faster than 1949 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Excursion weights approximately 2230 kg more than 1949 Morris Minor. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Ford Excursion is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1949 Morris Minor. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2004 Ford Excursion (576 Nm) has 523 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Morris Minor. (53 Nm). This means 2004 Ford Excursion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Excursion | 1949 Morris Minor | |
| Make | Ford | Morris |
| Model | Excursion | Minor |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1949 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6801 cc | 916 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 310 HP | 27 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 576 Nm | 53 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 3020 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 3770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1970 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2190 mm |
