2004 Ford Excursion vs. 1984 Holden Commodore
To start off, 2004 Ford Excursion is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Holden Commodore. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Holden Commodore would be higher. At 5,949 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ford Excursion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Excursion (325 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 210 more horse power than 1984 Holden Commodore. (115 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Excursion should accelerate faster than 1984 Holden Commodore. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Excursion weights approximately 2062 kg more than 1984 Holden Commodore. 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 1984 Holden Commodore. 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 (759 Nm) has 527 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Holden Commodore. (232 Nm). This means 2004 Ford Excursion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Holden Commodore.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Excursion | 1984 Holden Commodore | |
| Make | Ford | Holden |
| Model | Excursion | Commodore |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1984 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5949 cc | 3298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 325 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 759 Nm | 232 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 | 3282 kg | 1220 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1970 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2680 mm |
