2005 Ford Excursion vs. 1976 Toyota Corona
To start off, 2005 Ford Excursion is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 5,948 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Ford Excursion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Excursion (325 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 241 more horse power than 1976 Toyota Corona. (84 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Excursion should accelerate faster than 1976 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Excursion weights approximately 2504 kg more than 1976 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 1976 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 624 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Toyota Corona. (135 Nm). This means 2005 Ford Excursion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Toyota Corona.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Ford Excursion | 1976 Toyota Corona | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Excursion | Corona |
Year Released | 2005 | 1976 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5948 cc | 1587 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 325 HP | 84 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 759 Nm | 135 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 95 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 105 mm | 77 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 3504 kg | 1000 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 4260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2040 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2510 mm |