1976 Ford LTD vs. 2013 Dodge CHALLENGER
To start off, 2013 Dodge CHALLENGER is newer by 37 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. 1976 Ford LTD weights approximately 28 kg more than 2013 Dodge CHALLENGER.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2013 Dodge CHALLENGER (542 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Ford LTD. (515 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2013 Dodge CHALLENGER will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Ford LTD.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Ford LTD | 2013 Dodge CHALLENGER | |
| Make | Ford | Dodge |
| Model | LTD | CHALLENGER |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5762 cc | 5700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 367 HP |
| Torque | 515 Nm | 542 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1880 kg | 1852 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 5023 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1923 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1449 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2946 mm |
