2004 Ford Excursion vs. 1973 Honda Civic
To start off, 2004 Ford Excursion is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Honda Civic would be higher. At 5,949 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ford Excursion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Excursion (325 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 265 more horse power than 1973 Honda Civic. (60 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Excursion should accelerate faster than 1973 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Excursion weights approximately 2537 kg more than 1973 Honda Civic. 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 Honda Civic. 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 (759 Nm) has 656 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Honda Civic. (103 Nm). This means 2004 Ford Excursion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Excursion | 1973 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | Excursion | Civic |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1973 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5949 cc | 1488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 325 HP | 60 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 759 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 3282 kg | 745 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 3570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1970 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2210 mm |
