2004 Ford Expedition vs. 1968 Triumph Vitesse
To start off, 2004 Ford Expedition is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Triumph Vitesse. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Triumph Vitesse would be higher. At 5,407 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Expedition (260 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 190 more horse power than 1968 Triumph Vitesse. (70 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 1968 Triumph Vitesse. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Expedition weights approximately 1692 kg more than 1968 Triumph Vitesse. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Ford Expedition is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Triumph Vitesse. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Ford Expedition 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 Expedition (475 Nm) has 350 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Triumph Vitesse. (125 Nm). This means 2004 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Triumph Vitesse.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Expedition | 1968 Triumph Vitesse | |
| Make | Ford | Triumph |
| Model | Expedition | Vitesse |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5407 cc | 1594 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 260 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 475 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 66.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 9 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2572 kg | 880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1980 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2270 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 106 L | 53 L |
