1976 Ford LTD vs. 2013 Toyota Avalon
To start off, 2013 Toyota Avalon 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 272 kg more than 2013 Toyota Avalon.
Because 1976 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 1976 Ford LTD. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Avalon, 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, 1976 Ford LTD (515 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 179 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Toyota Avalon. (336 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 1976 Ford LTD will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Toyota Avalon.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Ford LTD | 2013 Toyota Avalon | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | LTD | Avalon |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5762 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 264 HP |
| Torque | 515 Nm | 336 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1880 kg | 1608 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 4960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1835 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2820 mm |
