1977 Ford LTD vs. 2012 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 35 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 156 more horse power than 2012 Volkswagen Passat. (140 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Ford LTD should accelerate faster than 2012 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Ford LTD weights approximately 249 kg more than 2012 Volkswagen Passat. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2012 Volkswagen Passat, 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 205 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Volkswagen Passat. (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 1977 Ford LTD will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Volkswagen Passat.
Compare all specifications:
1977 Ford LTD | 2012 Volkswagen Passat | |
Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
Model | LTD | Passat |
Year Released | 1977 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5763 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 296 HP | 140 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 525 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automated manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1790 kg | 1541 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5370 mm | 4769 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2712 mm |