1978 Ford LTD vs. 2010 Buick LaCrosse
To start off, 2010 Buick LaCrosse is newer by 32 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 114 more horse power than 2010 Buick LaCrosse. (182 HP @ 6700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Ford LTD should accelerate faster than 2010 Buick LaCrosse.
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, 2010 Buick LaCrosse, 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 292 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Buick LaCrosse. (233 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 1978 Ford LTD will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Buick LaCrosse.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Ford LTD | 2010 Buick LaCrosse | |
| Make | Ford | Buick |
| Model | LTD | LaCrosse |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5763 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6700 RPM |
| Torque | 525 Nm | 233 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Length | 5370 mm | 5001 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1857 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1504 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2837 mm |
