1977 Ford LTD vs. 1978 Seat 124
To start off, 1978 Seat 124 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Ford LTD. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Ford LTD would be higher. At 5,763 cc (8 cylinders), 1977 Ford LTD is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Ford LTD (296 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 232 more horse power than 1978 Seat 124. (64 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Ford LTD should accelerate faster than 1978 Seat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Ford LTD weights approximately 860 kg more than 1978 Seat 124. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1977 Ford LTD (525 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 435 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Seat 124. (90 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1977 Ford LTD will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Seat 124.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Ford LTD | 1978 Seat 124 | |
| Make | Ford | Seat |
| Model | LTD | 124 |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5763 cc | 1197 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 525 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1790 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5370 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2430 mm |
