2004 Ford Excursion vs. 1982 Toyota Camry
To start off, 2004 Ford Excursion is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Toyota Camry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Toyota Camry 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 @ 6000 RPM) has 204 more horse power than 1982 Toyota Camry. (106 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Excursion should accelerate faster than 1982 Toyota Camry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Excursion weights approximately 1954 kg more than 1982 Toyota Camry. 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 1982 Toyota Camry. 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 410 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Toyota Camry. (166 Nm). This means 2004 Ford Excursion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Toyota Camry.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Excursion | 1982 Toyota Camry | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Excursion | Camry |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1982 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6801 cc | 1973 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 310 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 576 Nm | 166 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.1 mm | 84.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 9 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 3054 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1970 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2610 mm |
