1978 Ford LTD vs. 2003 Ford Econoline
To start off, 2003 Ford Econoline is newer by 25 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 99 more horse power than 2003 Ford Econoline. (197 HP @ 4700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Ford LTD should accelerate faster than 2003 Ford Econoline. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Ford Econoline weights approximately 535 kg more than 1978 Ford LTD.
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 187 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Ford Econoline. (338 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1978 Ford LTD will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Ford Econoline.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Ford LTD | 2003 Ford Econoline | |
Make | Ford | Ford |
Model | LTD | Econoline |
Year Released | 1978 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5763 cc | 4195 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 296 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Torque | 525 Nm | 338 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1790 kg | 2325 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5370 mm | 5390 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 2060 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 3510 mm |