1978 Ford LTD vs. 1991 Chevrolet Beretta
To start off, 1991 Chevrolet Beretta is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Ford LTD. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Ford LTD 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 188 more horse power than 1991 Chevrolet Beretta. (108 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Ford LTD should accelerate faster than 1991 Chevrolet Beretta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Ford LTD weights approximately 590 kg more than 1991 Chevrolet Beretta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1978 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 1978 Ford LTD. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 Chevrolet Beretta, 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, 1978 Ford LTD (525 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 349 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Chevrolet Beretta. (176 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1978 Ford LTD will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Chevrolet Beretta.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Ford LTD | 1991 Chevrolet Beretta | |
Make | Ford | Chevrolet |
Model | LTD | Beretta |
Year Released | 1978 | 1991 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5763 cc | 2187 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 296 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 525 Nm | 176 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1790 kg | 1200 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5370 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2630 mm |