2005 Ford Excursion vs. 1957 Morris Isis
To start off, 2005 Ford Excursion is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Morris Isis. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Morris Isis would be higher. At 6,801 cc (10 cylinders), 2005 Ford Excursion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Excursion (311 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 226 more horse power than 1957 Morris Isis. (85 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Excursion should accelerate faster than 1957 Morris Isis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Excursion weights approximately 1946 kg more than 1957 Morris Isis. 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 1957 Morris Isis. 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 (576 Nm) has 407 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Morris Isis. (169 Nm). This means 2005 Ford Excursion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Morris Isis. 2005 Ford Excursion has automatic transmission and 1957 Morris Isis has manual transmission. 1957 Morris Isis 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 | 1957 Morris Isis | |
| Make | Ford | Morris |
| Model | Excursion | Isis |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6801 cc | 2639 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 311 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 576 Nm | 169 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 79.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 3261 kg | 1315 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2040 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2470 mm |
