2005 Ford Excursion vs. 1980 Lada 1200
To start off, 2005 Ford Excursion is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Lada 1200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Lada 1200 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 266 more horse power than 1980 Lada 1200. (59 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Excursion should accelerate faster than 1980 Lada 1200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Excursion weights approximately 2559 kg more than 1980 Lada 1200. 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 1980 Lada 1200. 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 674 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Lada 1200. (85 Nm). This means 2005 Ford Excursion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Lada 1200. 2005 Ford Excursion has automatic transmission and 1980 Lada 1200 has manual transmission. 1980 Lada 1200 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Ford Excursion will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Excursion | 1980 Lada 1200 | |
| Make | Ford | Lada |
| Model | Excursion | 1200 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1980 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5949 cc | 1198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 325 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 759 Nm | 85 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 3504 kg | 945 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 4080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2040 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2430 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 167 L | 39 L |
