2004 Ford Excursion vs. 1978 Triumph Spitfire
To start off, 2004 Ford Excursion is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Triumph Spitfire. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Triumph Spitfire would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ford Excursion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Excursion (255 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 199 more horse power than 1978 Triumph Spitfire. (56 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Excursion should accelerate faster than 1978 Triumph Spitfire. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Excursion weights approximately 2401 kg more than 1978 Triumph Spitfire. 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 1978 Triumph Spitfire. 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 (475 Nm) has 374 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Triumph Spitfire. (101 Nm). This means 2004 Ford Excursion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Triumph Spitfire.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Excursion | 1978 Triumph Spitfire | |
| Make | Ford | Triumph |
| Model | Excursion | Spitfire |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1978 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5408 cc | 1493 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 56 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 475 Nm | 101 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 3216 kg | 815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 3740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2050 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2110 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 167 L | 33 L |
