2004 Ford Excursion vs. 1975 Toyota Publica
To start off, 2004 Ford Excursion is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Toyota Publica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Toyota Publica 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 262 more horse power than 1975 Toyota Publica. (63 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Excursion should accelerate faster than 1975 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Excursion weights approximately 2527 kg more than 1975 Toyota Publica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Ford Excursion (759 Nm) has 664 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Toyota Publica. (95 Nm). This means 2004 Ford Excursion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Excursion | 1975 Toyota Publica | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Excursion | Publica |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5949 cc | 1164 cc |
| Horse Power | 325 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 759 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Vehicle Weight | 3282 kg | 755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1970 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2270 mm |
