1978 Ford LTD vs. 2011 Mazda CX-7
To start off, 2011 Mazda CX-7 is newer by 33 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 52 more horse power than 2011 Mazda CX-7. (244 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Ford LTD should accelerate faster than 2011 Mazda CX-7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Ford LTD weights approximately 72 kg more than 2011 Mazda CX-7. 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, 2011 Mazda CX-7, 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 176 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Mazda CX-7. (349 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1978 Ford LTD will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Mazda CX-7.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Ford LTD | 2011 Mazda CX-7 | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | LTD | CX-7 |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5763 cc | 2300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 244 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 525 Nm | 349 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1790 kg | 1718 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5370 mm | 4681 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1872 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1646 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2751 mm |
