1972 Ford LTD vs. 2013 Toyota Highlander
To start off, 2013 Toyota Highlander is newer by 41 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, 2013 Toyota Highlander (228 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1972 Ford LTD. (163 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Highlander should accelerate faster than 1972 Ford LTD. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota Highlander weights approximately 470 kg more than 1972 Ford LTD. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Toyota Highlander is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 Ford LTD. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Highlander 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 84 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Toyota Highlander. (292 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1972 Ford LTD will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Toyota Highlander.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Ford LTD | 2013 Toyota Highlander | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | LTD | Highlander |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3927 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 228 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 376 Nm | 292 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1695 kg | 2165 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5550 mm | 4795 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3090 mm | 2790 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 65 L |
