2004 Ford Excursion vs. 1965 Willys-Overland Aero-Willys 2600
To start off, 2004 Ford Excursion is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Willys-Overland Aero-Willys 2600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Willys-Overland Aero-Willys 2600 would be higher. At 6,800 cc (10 cylinders), 2004 Ford Excursion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Excursion (310 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 202 more horse power than 1965 Willys-Overland Aero-Willys 2600. (108 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Excursion should accelerate faster than 1965 Willys-Overland Aero-Willys 2600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Excursion weights approximately 1901 kg more than 1965 Willys-Overland Aero-Willys 2600. 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 1965 Willys-Overland Aero-Willys 2600. 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 382 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Willys-Overland Aero-Willys 2600. (194 Nm). This means 2004 Ford Excursion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Willys-Overland Aero-Willys 2600.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Excursion | 1965 Willys-Overland Aero-Willys 2600 | |
| Make | Ford | Willys-Overland |
| Model | Excursion | Aero-Willys 2600 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6800 cc | 2638 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 310 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 576 Nm | 194 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 3261 kg | 1360 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2050 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2740 mm |
