1978 Ford LTD vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz Viano
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz Viano is newer by 29 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) has 188 more horse power than 2007 Mercedes-Benz Viano. (108 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Ford LTD should accelerate faster than 2007 Mercedes-Benz Viano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mercedes-Benz Viano weights approximately 250 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 255 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mercedes-Benz Viano. (270 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1978 Ford LTD will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mercedes-Benz Viano.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Ford LTD | 2007 Mercedes-Benz Viano | |
| Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | LTD | Viano |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5763 cc | 2146 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 108 HP |
| Torque | 525 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1790 kg | 2040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5370 mm | 5230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 3210 mm |
