1976 Ford LTD vs. 2013 GMC Terrain
To start off, 2013 GMC Terrain 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 57 kg more than 2013 GMC Terrain.
Because 2013 GMC Terrain is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1976 Ford LTD. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 GMC Terrain 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 282 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 GMC Terrain. (233 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 1976 Ford LTD will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 GMC Terrain.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Ford LTD | 2013 GMC Terrain | |
| Make | Ford | GMC |
| Model | LTD | Terrain |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5762 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 180 HP |
| Torque | 515 Nm | 233 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1880 kg | 1823 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 4707 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1684 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2857 mm |
