2005 Ford Excursion vs. 1973 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2005 Ford Excursion is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Toyota Corolla 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 1973 Toyota Corolla. (98 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Excursion should accelerate faster than 1973 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Excursion weights approximately 2649 kg more than 1973 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Ford Excursion (759 Nm) has 614 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Toyota Corolla. (145 Nm). This means 2005 Ford Excursion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Excursion | 1973 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Excursion | Corolla |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5949 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 325 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 759 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 3504 kg | 855 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2040 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2340 mm |
