2005 Ford Excursion vs. 1977 Toyota Crown
To start off, 2005 Ford Excursion is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Toyota Crown. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Toyota Crown would be higher. At 5,405 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Ford Excursion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Excursion (252 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 185 more horse power than 1977 Toyota Crown. (67 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Excursion should accelerate faster than 1977 Toyota Crown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Excursion weights approximately 1810 kg more than 1977 Toyota Crown. 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 1977 Toyota Crown. 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 (474 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 332 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Toyota Crown. (142 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2005 Ford Excursion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Toyota Crown.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Excursion | 1977 Toyota Crown | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Excursion | Crown |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5405 cc | 2188 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 474 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 3215 kg | 1405 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2040 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2700 mm |
