1978 Ford LTD vs. 2010 Porsche Cayenne
To start off, 2010 Porsche Cayenne 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, 2010 Porsche Cayenne (385 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1978 Ford LTD. (296 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Porsche Cayenne should accelerate faster than 1978 Ford LTD. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Porsche Cayenne weights approximately 455 kg more than 1978 Ford LTD. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Porsche Cayenne is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Ford LTD. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Porsche Cayenne will offer significantly more control. 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 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Porsche Cayenne. (500 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1978 Ford LTD will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Porsche Cayenne.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Ford LTD | 2010 Porsche Cayenne | |
| Make | Ford | Porsche |
| Model | LTD | Cayenne |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5763 cc | 4800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 385 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 525 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1790 kg | 2245 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5370 mm | 4798 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1699 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2855 mm |
