1978 Ford LTD vs. 1970 Triumph GT6
To start off, 1978 Ford LTD is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Triumph GT6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Triumph GT6 would be higher. At 5,763 cc (8 cylinders), 1978 Ford LTD is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Ford LTD (296 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 192 more horse power than 1970 Triumph GT6. (104 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Ford LTD should accelerate faster than 1970 Triumph GT6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Ford LTD weights approximately 870 kg more than 1970 Triumph GT6. 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, 1978 Ford LTD (525 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 367 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Triumph GT6. (158 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1978 Ford LTD will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Triumph GT6.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Ford LTD | 1970 Triumph GT6 | |
Make | Ford | Triumph |
Model | LTD | GT6 |
Year Released | 1978 | 1970 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5763 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 296 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 525 Nm | 158 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1790 kg | 920 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5370 mm | 3790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1450 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1200 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2120 mm |