2005 Ford Excursion vs. 1983 Holden Camira
To start off, 2005 Ford Excursion is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Holden Camira. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Holden Camira would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Ford Excursion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Excursion (255 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 169 more horse power than 1983 Holden Camira. (86 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Excursion should accelerate faster than 1983 Holden Camira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Excursion weights approximately 1976 kg more than 1983 Holden Camira. 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 1983 Holden Camira. 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 (475 Nm) has 350 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Holden Camira. (125 Nm). This means 2005 Ford Excursion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Holden Camira.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Ford Excursion | 1983 Holden Camira | |
Make | Ford | Holden |
Model | Excursion | Camira |
Year Released | 2005 | 1983 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5408 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 255 HP | 86 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 475 Nm | 125 Nm |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 3016 kg | 1040 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1970 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2580 mm |