2005 Ford Excursion vs. 1960 Toyota Corona
To start off, 2005 Ford Excursion is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Toyota Corona 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 282 more horse power than 1960 Toyota Corona. (29 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Excursion should accelerate faster than 1960 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Excursion weights approximately 2301 kg more than 1960 Toyota Corona. 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 1960 Toyota Corona. 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 511 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Toyota Corona. (65 Nm). This means 2005 Ford Excursion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Toyota Corona. 2005 Ford Excursion has automatic transmission and 1960 Toyota Corona has manual transmission. 1960 Toyota Corona 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 | 1960 Toyota Corona | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Excursion | Corona |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6801 cc | 995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 311 HP | 29 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 576 Nm | 65 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 65 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 75 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 3261 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 3920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2040 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 167 L | 75 L |
