2004 Ford Excursion vs. 1981 Buick Century
To start off, 2004 Ford Excursion is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Buick Century. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Buick Century 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 206 more horse power than 1981 Buick Century. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Excursion should accelerate faster than 1981 Buick Century. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Excursion weights approximately 1831 kg more than 1981 Buick Century. 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 1981 Buick Century. 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 359 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Buick Century. (217 Nm). This means 2004 Ford Excursion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Buick Century.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Excursion | 1981 Buick Century | |
| Make | Ford | Buick |
| Model | Excursion | Century |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1981 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6801 cc | 3213 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 310 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 576 Nm | 217 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 3261 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2050 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2760 mm |
