2004 Ford Excursion vs. 1966 Triumph Vitesse
To start off, 2004 Ford Excursion is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Triumph Vitesse. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Triumph Vitesse 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 161 more horse power than 1966 Triumph Vitesse. (94 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Excursion should accelerate faster than 1966 Triumph Vitesse. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Excursion weights approximately 2280 kg more than 1966 Triumph Vitesse. 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 1966 Triumph Vitesse. 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 317 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Triumph Vitesse. (158 Nm). This means 2004 Ford Excursion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Triumph Vitesse.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Excursion | 1966 Triumph Vitesse | |
| Make | Ford | Triumph |
| Model | Excursion | Vitesse |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1966 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5408 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 475 Nm | 158 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 74.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 3216 kg | 936 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2050 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2270 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 167 L | 29 L |
