2007 Ford Freestar vs. 1986 Hyundai Excel
To start off, 2007 Ford Freestar is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Hyundai Excel. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Hyundai Excel would be higher. At 3,900 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Ford Freestar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford Freestar (194 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 1986 Hyundai Excel. (81 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford Freestar should accelerate faster than 1986 Hyundai Excel. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ford Freestar weights approximately 880 kg more than 1986 Hyundai Excel. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2007 Ford Freestar (331 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 207 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Hyundai Excel. (124 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Ford Freestar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Hyundai Excel. 2007 Ford Freestar has automatic transmission and 1986 Hyundai Excel has manual transmission. 1986 Hyundai Excel will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Ford Freestar will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Ford Freestar | 1986 Hyundai Excel | |
| Make | Ford | Hyundai |
| Model | Freestar | Excel |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3900 cc | 1468 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 194 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 331 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1855 kg | 975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2390 mm |
