2005 Ford Excursion vs. 1971 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight
To start off, 2005 Ford Excursion is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight 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 151 more horse power than 1971 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. (160 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Excursion should accelerate faster than 1971 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Excursion weights approximately 1326 kg more than 1971 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. 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 1971 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. 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 196 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. (380 Nm). This means 2005 Ford Excursion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Excursion | 1971 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight | |
| Make | Ford | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Excursion | Ninety-Eight |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6801 cc | 5736 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 311 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 576 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 103.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 85.9 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 3261 kg | 1935 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 5900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 3230 mm |
