2004 Ford Excursion vs. 1951 Tatra T600
To start off, 2004 Ford Excursion is newer by 53 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Tatra T600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Tatra T600 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 259 more horse power than 1951 Tatra T600. (51 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Excursion should accelerate faster than 1951 Tatra T600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Excursion weights approximately 1850 kg more than 1951 Tatra T600. 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 1951 Tatra T600. 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 458 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Tatra T600. (118 Nm). This means 2004 Ford Excursion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Tatra T600.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Excursion | 1951 Tatra T600 | |
| Make | Ford | Tatra |
| Model | Excursion | T600 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1951 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 6801 cc | 1952 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 310 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 576 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 3020 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1970 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2710 mm |
