2005 Ford Excursion vs. 1970 Land Rover Serie II
To start off, 2005 Ford Excursion is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Land Rover Serie II. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Land Rover Serie II 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) has 188 more horse power than 1970 Land Rover Serie II. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Excursion should accelerate faster than 1970 Land Rover Serie II. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Excursion weights approximately 1489 kg more than 1970 Land Rover Serie II. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 318 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Land Rover Serie II. (157 Nm). This means 2005 Ford Excursion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Land Rover Serie II.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Ford Excursion | 1970 Land Rover Serie II | |
Make | Ford | Land Rover |
Model | Excursion | Serie II |
Year Released | 2005 | 1970 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5408 cc | 2284 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 255 HP | 67 HP |
Torque | 475 Nm | 157 Nm |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Vehicle Weight | 2989 kg | 1500 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1970 mm | 2070 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2780 mm |