1978 Ford LTD vs. 2007 Opel Vectra
To start off, 2007 Opel Vectra 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 @ 5400 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 2007 Opel Vectra. (208 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Ford LTD should accelerate faster than 2007 Opel Vectra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Ford LTD weights approximately 165 kg more than 2007 Opel Vectra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1978 Ford LTD is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1978 Ford LTD. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Opel Vectra, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 224 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Opel Vectra. (301 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1978 Ford LTD will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Opel Vectra.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Ford LTD | 2007 Opel Vectra | |
Make | Ford | Opel |
Model | LTD | Vectra |
Year Released | 1978 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5763 cc | 3175 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 296 HP | 208 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 525 Nm | 301 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1790 kg | 1625 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5370 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2840 mm |