1976 Audi 100 vs. 1972 Ford LTD
To start off, 1976 Audi 100 is newer by 4 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 49 more horse power than 1976 Audi 100. (114 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Ford LTD should accelerate faster than 1976 Audi 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Ford LTD weights approximately 543 kg more than 1976 Audi 100. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1972 Ford LTD is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1972 Ford LTD. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1976 Audi 100, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 208 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Audi 100. (168 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1972 Ford LTD will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Audi 100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Audi 100 | 1972 Ford LTD | |
| Make | Audi | Ford |
| Model | 100 | LTD |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1984 cc | 3927 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 168 Nm | 376 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1152 kg | 1695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 5550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 3090 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 83 L |
