2004 Ford Excursion vs. 1980 Mercedes-Benz G
To start off, 2004 Ford Excursion is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Mercedes-Benz G. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Mercedes-Benz G 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 185 more horse power than 1980 Mercedes-Benz G. (125 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Excursion should accelerate faster than 1980 Mercedes-Benz G. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Excursion weights approximately 1381 kg more than 1980 Mercedes-Benz G. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 384 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Mercedes-Benz G. (192 Nm). This means 2004 Ford Excursion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Mercedes-Benz G.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Ford Excursion | 1980 Mercedes-Benz G | |
Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Excursion | G |
Year Released | 2004 | 1980 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6800 cc | 2297 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 310 HP | 125 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 576 Nm | 192 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 95.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 80.2 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 3261 kg | 1880 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 4240 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2050 mm | 1940 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2410 mm |