1978 Ford LTD vs. 2003 Ford Expedition
To start off, 2003 Ford Expedition 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 58 more horse power than 2003 Ford Expedition. (238 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Ford LTD should accelerate faster than 2003 Ford Expedition. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Ford Expedition weights approximately 570 kg more than 1978 Ford LTD.
Because 2003 Ford Expedition is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Ford LTD. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Ford Expedition will offer significantly more control. 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 128 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Ford Expedition. (397 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1978 Ford LTD will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Ford Expedition.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Ford LTD | 2003 Ford Expedition | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | LTD | Expedition |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5763 cc | 4603 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 525 Nm | 397 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1790 kg | 2360 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5370 mm | 5200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 3030 mm |
