1978 Ford LTD vs. 2011 Toyota Prius
To start off, 2011 Toyota Prius 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 162 more horse power than 2011 Toyota Prius. (134 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Ford LTD should accelerate faster than 2011 Toyota Prius. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Ford LTD weights approximately 410 kg more than 2011 Toyota Prius. 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 Toyota Prius, 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 383 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Toyota Prius. (142 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1978 Ford LTD will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Toyota Prius.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Ford LTD | 2011 Toyota Prius | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | LTD | Prius |
Year Released | 1978 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5763 cc | 1800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 296 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 525 Nm | 142 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
Vehicle Weight | 1790 kg | 1380 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5370 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1745 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1491 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2700 mm |