2005 Ford Excursion vs. 1971 Toyota Corona
To start off, 2005 Ford Excursion is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Toyota Corona 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 227 more horse power than 1971 Toyota Corona. (98 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Excursion should accelerate faster than 1971 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Excursion weights approximately 2509 kg more than 1971 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 1971 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 (759 Nm) has 610 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Toyota Corona. (149 Nm). This means 2005 Ford Excursion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Toyota Corona.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Excursion | 1971 Toyota Corona | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Excursion | Corona |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5949 cc | 1769 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 325 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 759 Nm | 149 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 3504 kg | 995 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2040 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2740 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 167 L | 51 L |
