1977 Ford LTD vs. 2010 Chrysler PT Cruiser
To start off, 2010 Chrysler PT Cruiser is newer by 33 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 115 more horse power than 2010 Chrysler PT Cruiser. (181 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Ford LTD should accelerate faster than 2010 Chrysler PT Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Chrysler PT Cruiser weights approximately 83 kg more than 1977 Ford LTD.
Because 1977 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 1977 Ford LTD. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Chrysler PT Cruiser, 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, 1977 Ford LTD (525 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 240 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Chrysler PT Cruiser. (285 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1977 Ford LTD will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Chrysler PT Cruiser.
Compare all specifications:
1977 Ford LTD | 2010 Chrysler PT Cruiser | |
Make | Ford | Chrysler |
Model | LTD | PT Cruiser |
Year Released | 1977 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5763 cc | 2429 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 296 HP | 181 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 525 Nm | 285 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1790 kg | 1873 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5370 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2620 mm |