2005 Ford Excursion vs. 1966 Renault 10
To start off, 2005 Ford Excursion is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Renault 10. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Renault 10 would be higher. At 5,949 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Ford Excursion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Excursion (325 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 283 more horse power than 1966 Renault 10. (42 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Excursion should accelerate faster than 1966 Renault 10. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Excursion weights approximately 2724 kg more than 1966 Renault 10. 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 1966 Renault 10. 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 682 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Renault 10. (77 Nm). This means 2005 Ford Excursion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Renault 10.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Excursion | 1966 Renault 10 | |
| Make | Ford | Renault |
| Model | Excursion | 10 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 5949 cc | 1108 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 325 HP | 42 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 759 Nm | 77 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 3504 kg | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2040 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2280 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 167 L | 38 L |
