2005 Ford Excursion vs. 1983 Toyota Cressida
To start off, 2005 Ford Excursion is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Toyota Cressida. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Toyota Cressida 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 148 more horse power than 1983 Toyota Cressida. (104 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Excursion should accelerate faster than 1983 Toyota Cressida. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Excursion weights approximately 2045 kg more than 1983 Toyota Cressida. 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 Toyota Cressida. 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 312 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Toyota Cressida. (162 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2005 Ford Excursion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Toyota Cressida.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Ford Excursion | 1983 Toyota Cressida | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Excursion | Cressida |
Year Released | 2005 | 1983 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5405 cc | 1972 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 252 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 474 Nm | 162 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 9 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 3215 kg | 1170 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 4650 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2040 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2650 mm |