1972 Ford LTD vs. 2008 Land Rover Range Rover Sport
To start off, 2008 Land Rover Range Rover Sport is newer by 36 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 4,197 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Land Rover Range Rover Sport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Land Rover Range Rover Sport (400 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 237 more horse power than 1972 Ford LTD. (163 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Land Rover Range Rover Sport should accelerate faster than 1972 Ford LTD.
Because 2008 Land Rover Range Rover Sport 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, 2008 Land Rover Range Rover Sport 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, 2008 Land Rover Range Rover Sport (570 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 194 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Ford LTD. (376 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 Land Rover Range Rover Sport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Ford LTD.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Ford LTD | 2008 Land Rover Range Rover Sport | |
| Make | Ford | Land Rover |
| Model | LTD | Range Rover Sport |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3927 cc | 4197 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 400 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 376 Nm | 570 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5550 mm | 4980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3090 mm | 2880 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 104 L |
