2004 Ford Excursion vs. 1979 Plymouth Volare
To start off, 2004 Ford Excursion is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Plymouth Volare. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Plymouth Volare 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 210 more horse power than 1979 Plymouth Volare. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Excursion should accelerate faster than 1979 Plymouth Volare. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Excursion weights approximately 1555 kg more than 1979 Plymouth Volare. 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 1979 Plymouth Volare. 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 345 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Plymouth Volare. (231 Nm). This means 2004 Ford Excursion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Plymouth Volare.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Excursion | 1979 Plymouth Volare | |
| Make | Ford | Plymouth |
| Model | Excursion | Volare |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1979 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6801 cc | 3687 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 310 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 576 Nm | 231 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 3020 kg | 1465 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 5020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1970 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2760 mm |
