2004 Ford Expedition vs. 1971 Ford GT 70
To start off, 2004 Ford Expedition is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Ford GT 70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Ford GT 70 would be higher. At 5,406 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Expedition (260 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 175 more horse power than 1971 Ford GT 70. (85 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 1971 Ford GT 70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Expedition weights approximately 1729 kg more than 1971 Ford GT 70. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 1971 Ford GT 70. (125 Nm). This means 2004 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Ford GT 70. 2004 Ford Expedition has automatic transmission and 1971 Ford GT 70 has manual transmission. 1971 Ford GT 70 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Ford Expedition will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Expedition | 1971 Ford GT 70 | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Expedition | GT 70 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5406 cc | 1599 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 260 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 475 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 93.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 72.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.9:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2494 kg | 765 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1980 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2330 mm |
