1978 Ford LTD vs. 2000 GAZ 3111
To start off, 2000 GAZ 3111 is newer by 22 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 148 more horse power than 2000 GAZ 3111. (148 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Ford LTD should accelerate faster than 2000 GAZ 3111. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Ford LTD weights approximately 290 kg more than 2000 GAZ 3111. 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 309 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 GAZ 3111. (216 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1978 Ford LTD will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 GAZ 3111. 1978 Ford LTD has automatic transmission and 2000 GAZ 3111 has manual transmission. 2000 GAZ 3111 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1978 Ford LTD will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Ford LTD | 2000 GAZ 3111 | |
Make | Ford | GAZ |
Model | LTD | 3111 |
Year Released | 1978 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5763 cc | 2287 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 296 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 525 Nm | 216 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1790 kg | 1500 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5370 mm | 4950 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2810 mm |