2004 Ford Excursion vs. 1973 Ford Fairlane
To start off, 2004 Ford Excursion is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Ford Fairlane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Ford Fairlane would be higher. At 5,766 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Ford Fairlane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Excursion (255 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1973 Ford Fairlane. (212 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Excursion should accelerate faster than 1973 Ford Fairlane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Excursion weights approximately 1601 kg more than 1973 Ford Fairlane. 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 1973 Ford Fairlane. 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 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Ford Fairlane. (427 Nm). This means 2004 Ford Excursion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Ford Fairlane.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Excursion | 1973 Ford Fairlane | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Excursion | Fairlane |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5408 cc | 5766 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 212 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 475 Nm | 427 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 101.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 3216 kg | 1615 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 5060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2050 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2950 mm |
