2004 Ford Excursion vs. 1977 Lancia Stratos
To start off, 2004 Ford Excursion is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Lancia Stratos. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Lancia Stratos would be higher. At 6,800 cc (10 cylinders), 2004 Ford Excursion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Excursion (310 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 1977 Lancia Stratos. (187 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Excursion should accelerate faster than 1977 Lancia Stratos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Excursion weights approximately 2281 kg more than 1977 Lancia Stratos. 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 1977 Lancia Stratos. 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 351 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Lancia Stratos. (225 Nm). This means 2004 Ford Excursion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Lancia Stratos.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Excursion | 1977 Lancia Stratos | |
| Make | Ford | Lancia |
| Model | Excursion | Stratos |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1977 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 6800 cc | 2419 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 310 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 576 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 92.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 60 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 3261 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 3710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2050 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2190 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 167 L | 80 L |
