1978 Ford LTD vs. 2008 Ford Mustang
To start off, 2008 Ford Mustang is newer by 30 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, 2008 Ford Mustang (300 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1978 Ford LTD. (296 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1978 Ford LTD. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Ford LTD weights approximately 75 kg more than 2008 Ford Mustang.
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 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Ford Mustang. (435 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1978 Ford LTD will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Ford Mustang. 1978 Ford LTD has automatic transmission and 2008 Ford Mustang has manual transmission. 2008 Ford Mustang will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1978 Ford LTD will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Ford LTD | 2008 Ford Mustang | |
Make | Ford | Ford |
Model | LTD | Mustang |
Year Released | 1978 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5763 cc | 4606 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 296 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 525 Nm | 435 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1790 kg | 1715 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5370 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2730 mm |