2004 Ford Excursion vs. 1975 Volkswagen 1302
To start off, 2004 Ford Excursion is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Volkswagen 1302. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Volkswagen 1302 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 276 more horse power than 1975 Volkswagen 1302. (34 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Excursion should accelerate faster than 1975 Volkswagen 1302. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Excursion weights approximately 2270 kg more than 1975 Volkswagen 1302. 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 1975 Volkswagen 1302. 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 492 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Volkswagen 1302. (84 Nm). This means 2004 Ford Excursion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Volkswagen 1302.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Excursion | 1975 Volkswagen 1302 | |
| Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
| Model | Excursion | 1302 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 6801 cc | 1192 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 310 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 576 Nm | 84 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.1 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 64 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 3020 kg | 750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1970 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2410 mm |
