1975 Ford LTD vs. 2011 Land Rover Range Rover
To start off, 2011 Land Rover Range Rover is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Ford LTD. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Ford LTD would be higher. At 5,763 cc (8 cylinders), 1975 Ford LTD is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Land Rover Range Rover weights approximately 792 kg more than 1975 Ford LTD.
Because 2011 Land Rover Range Rover is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1975 Ford LTD. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Land Rover Range Rover 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, 2011 Land Rover Range Rover (624 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Ford LTD. (515 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2011 Land Rover Range Rover will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Ford LTD.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Ford LTD | 2011 Land Rover Range Rover | |
| Make | Ford | Land Rover |
| Model | LTD | Range Rover |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5763 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 510 HP |
| Torque | 515 Nm | 624 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1880 kg | 2672 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 4973 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 2035 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1877 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2891 mm |
