1977 Ford LTD vs. 2005 Toyota MR2

To start off, 2005 Toyota MR2 is newer by 28 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 146 more horse power than 2005 Toyota MR2. (150 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Ford LTD should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota MR2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Ford LTD weights approximately 725 kg more than 2005 Toyota MR2. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

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, 1977 Ford LTD (525 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 355 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota MR2. (170 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1977 Ford LTD will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota MR2. 1977 Ford LTD has automatic transmission and 2005 Toyota MR2 has manual transmission. 2005 Toyota MR2 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1977 Ford LTD will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1977 Ford LTD 2005 Toyota MR2
Make Ford Toyota
Model LTD MR2
Year Released 1977 2005
Engine Position Front Middle
Engine Size 5763 cc 1792 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 296 HP 150 HP
Engine RPM 5400 RPM 6400 RPM
Torque 525 Nm 170 Nm
Torque RPM 3400 RPM 4400 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline - Premium
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Vehicle Weight 1790 kg 1065 kg
Vehicle Length 5370 mm 3900 mm
Vehicle Width 1970 mm 1700 mm
Vehicle Height 1400 mm 1250 mm
Wheelbase Size 3080 mm 2500 mm


 

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