2005 Ford Excursion vs. 1955 Oldsmobile 88
To start off, 2005 Ford Excursion is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Oldsmobile 88. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Oldsmobile 88 would be higher. At 5,948 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Ford Excursion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Excursion (325 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 1955 Oldsmobile 88. (200 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Excursion should accelerate faster than 1955 Oldsmobile 88. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Excursion weights approximately 1804 kg more than 1955 Oldsmobile 88. 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 1955 Oldsmobile 88. 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 (759 Nm) has 309 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Oldsmobile 88. (450 Nm). This means 2005 Ford Excursion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Oldsmobile 88. 2005 Ford Excursion has automatic transmission and 1955 Oldsmobile 88 has manual transmission. 1955 Oldsmobile 88 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Ford Excursion will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Excursion | 1955 Oldsmobile 88 | |
| Make | Ford | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Excursion | 88 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5948 cc | 5318 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 325 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 759 Nm | 450 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 95 mm | 98.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 105 mm | 87.3 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 3504 kg | 1700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 5180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2040 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 3110 mm |
