2005 Ford Excursion vs. 1968 Toyota Corona
To start off, 2005 Ford Excursion is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Toyota Corona 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 115 more horse power than 1968 Toyota Corona. (140 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Excursion should accelerate faster than 1968 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Excursion weights approximately 1933 kg more than 1968 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 1968 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 (475 Nm) has 338 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Toyota Corona. (137 Nm). This means 2005 Ford Excursion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Toyota Corona.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Ford Excursion | 1968 Toyota Corona | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Excursion | Corona |
Year Released | 2005 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5408 cc | 1858 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 255 HP | 140 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 475 Nm | 137 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.7:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2989 kg | 1056 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1970 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2650 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 167 L | 51 L |