1978 Ford LTD vs. 2004 Mazda MX-5 Miata
To start off, 2004 Mazda MX-5 Miata is newer by 26 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 118 more horse power than 2004 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (178 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Ford LTD should accelerate faster than 2004 Mazda MX-5 Miata. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Ford LTD weights approximately 643 kg more than 2004 Mazda MX-5 Miata. 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) has 305 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (220 Nm). This means 1978 Ford LTD will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mazda MX-5 Miata.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Ford LTD | 2004 Mazda MX-5 Miata | |
Make | Ford | Mazda |
Model | LTD | MX-5 Miata |
Year Released | 1978 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5763 cc | 1835 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 296 HP | 178 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 525 Nm | 220 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1790 kg | 1147 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5370 mm | 3960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1230 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2270 mm |