2004 Ford Excursion vs. 1981 Ford Crown Victoria
To start off, 2004 Ford Excursion is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Ford Crown Victoria. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Ford Crown Victoria 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 @ 6150 RPM) has 192 more horse power than 1981 Ford Crown Victoria. (118 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Excursion should accelerate faster than 1981 Ford Crown Victoria. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Excursion weights approximately 1430 kg more than 1981 Ford Crown Victoria. 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 Ford Crown Victoria. 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 314 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Ford Crown Victoria. (262 Nm). This means 2004 Ford Excursion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Ford Crown Victoria.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Excursion | 1981 Ford Crown Victoria | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Excursion | Crown Victoria |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1981 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6801 cc | 4186 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 310 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6150 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 576 Nm | 262 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 3060 kg | 1630 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 5320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1970 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2910 mm |
