1972 Ford LTD vs. 1988 Toyota Blizzard
To start off, 1988 Toyota Blizzard is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Ford LTD. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Ford LTD would be higher. At 3,927 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Ford LTD is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Ford LTD (163 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1988 Toyota Blizzard. (76 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Ford LTD should accelerate faster than 1988 Toyota Blizzard. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Ford LTD weights approximately 345 kg more than 1988 Toyota Blizzard. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1988 Toyota Blizzard is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 Ford LTD. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Toyota Blizzard 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, 1972 Ford LTD (376 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 209 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Toyota Blizzard. (167 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1972 Ford LTD will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Toyota Blizzard. 1972 Ford LTD has automatic transmission and 1988 Toyota Blizzard has manual transmission. 1988 Toyota Blizzard will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1972 Ford LTD will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Ford LTD | 1988 Toyota Blizzard | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | LTD | Blizzard |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3927 cc | 2446 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 376 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1695 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5550 mm | 3660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3090 mm | 2210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 70 L |
