2004 Ford Excursion vs. 1956 Talbot 2500
To start off, 2004 Ford Excursion is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Talbot 2500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Talbot 2500 would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ford Excursion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Excursion (255 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 137 more horse power than 1956 Talbot 2500. (118 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Excursion should accelerate faster than 1956 Talbot 2500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Excursion weights approximately 2216 kg more than 1956 Talbot 2500. 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 1956 Talbot 2500. 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 (475 Nm) has 279 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Talbot 2500. (196 Nm). This means 2004 Ford Excursion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Talbot 2500. 2004 Ford Excursion has automatic transmission and 1956 Talbot 2500 has manual transmission. 1956 Talbot 2500 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Ford Excursion will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Excursion | 1956 Talbot 2500 | |
| Make | Ford | Talbot |
| Model | Excursion | 2500 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1956 |
| Engine Size | 5408 cc | 2491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 475 Nm | 196 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 3216 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2050 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2510 mm |
