2004 Ford Excursion vs. 1969 Opel GT
To start off, 2004 Ford Excursion is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Opel GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Opel GT 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 209 more horse power than 1969 Opel GT. (101 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Excursion should accelerate faster than 1969 Opel GT.
Because 2004 Ford Excursion is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1969 Opel GT. 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 419 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Opel GT. (157 Nm). This means 2004 Ford Excursion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Opel GT.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Excursion | 1969 Opel GT | |
| Make | Ford | Opel |
| Model | Excursion | GT |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1969 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6801 cc | 1900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 310 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 576 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 69.8 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2050 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 167 L | 53 L |
