2005 Ford Excursion vs. 1975 Nissan Silvia
To start off, 2005 Ford Excursion is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Nissan Silvia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Nissan Silvia 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 217 more horse power than 1975 Nissan Silvia. (94 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Excursion should accelerate faster than 1975 Nissan Silvia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Excursion weights approximately 2191 kg more than 1975 Nissan Silvia. 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 1975 Nissan Silvia. 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 438 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Nissan Silvia. (138 Nm). This means 2005 Ford Excursion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Nissan Silvia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Excursion | 1975 Nissan Silvia | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Excursion | Silvia |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1975 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6801 cc | 1952 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 311 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 576 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 3261 kg | 1070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2040 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2350 mm |
