1976 Ford LTD vs. 2005 Land Rover Range Rover
To start off, 2005 Land Rover Range Rover is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Ford LTD. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Ford LTD would be higher. At 5,762 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Ford LTD is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Land Rover Range Rover weights approximately 620 kg more than 1976 Ford LTD.
Because 2005 Land Rover Range Rover is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1976 Ford LTD. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 1976 Ford LTD (515 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Land Rover Range Rover. (390 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1976 Ford LTD will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Land Rover Range Rover.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Ford LTD | 2005 Land Rover Range Rover | |
| Make | Ford | Land Rover |
| Model | LTD | Range Rover |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5762 cc | 2926 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 175 HP |
| Torque | 515 Nm | 390 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1880 kg | 2500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 4960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2890 mm |
