1978 Ford LTD vs. 2009 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2009 Toyota Corolla is newer by 31 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 200 more horse power than 2009 Toyota Corolla. (96 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Ford LTD should accelerate faster than 2009 Toyota Corolla.
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, 2009 Toyota Corolla, 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 395 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Toyota Corolla. (130 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1978 Ford LTD will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Toyota Corolla. 1978 Ford LTD has automatic transmission and 2009 Toyota Corolla has manual transmission. 2009 Toyota Corolla 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 | 2009 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | LTD | Corolla |
Year Released | 1978 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5763 cc | 1398 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 296 HP | 96 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 525 Nm | 130 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Length | 5370 mm | 4550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1480 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1770 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2610 mm |