2004 Ford Excursion vs. 1978 Mazda 616
To start off, 2004 Ford Excursion is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Mazda 616. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Mazda 616 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 231 more horse power than 1978 Mazda 616. (79 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Excursion should accelerate faster than 1978 Mazda 616. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Excursion weights approximately 2349 kg more than 1978 Mazda 616. 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 (576 Nm) has 452 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Mazda 616. (124 Nm). This means 2004 Ford Excursion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Mazda 616.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Excursion | 1978 Mazda 616 | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | Excursion | 616 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1978 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6800 cc | 1586 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 310 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 576 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 83 mm |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 3261 kg | 912 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2050 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2480 mm |
