2004 Ford Excursion vs. 1969 Ford Capri
To start off, 2004 Ford Excursion is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Ford Capri. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Ford Capri 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 173 more horse power than 1969 Ford Capri. (82 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Excursion should accelerate faster than 1969 Ford Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Excursion weights approximately 2250 kg more than 1969 Ford Capri. 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 1969 Ford Capri. 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 326 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Ford Capri. (149 Nm). This means 2004 Ford Excursion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Ford Capri.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Excursion | 1969 Ford Capri | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Excursion | Capri |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1969 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5408 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 82 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 475 Nm | 149 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 77.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 3216 kg | 966 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2050 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 167 L | 91 L |
