2005 Ford Excursion vs. 1954 Oldsmobile 98
To start off, 2005 Ford Excursion is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Oldsmobile 98. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Oldsmobile 98 would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Ford Excursion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Excursion (255 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1954 Oldsmobile 98. (182 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Excursion should accelerate faster than 1954 Oldsmobile 98. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Excursion weights approximately 1276 kg more than 1954 Oldsmobile 98. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Ford Excursion is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1954 Oldsmobile 98. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Ford Excursion (475 Nm) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Oldsmobile 98. (407 Nm). This means 2005 Ford Excursion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Oldsmobile 98.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Excursion | 1954 Oldsmobile 98 | |
| Make | Ford | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Excursion | 98 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1954 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5408 cc | 5320 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 475 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 3016 kg | 1740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 5400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1970 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 3210 mm |
