1978 Ford LTD vs. 2012 Hyundai i20
To start off, 2012 Hyundai i20 is newer by 34 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 197 more horse power than 2012 Hyundai i20. (99 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Ford LTD should accelerate faster than 2012 Hyundai i20.
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, 2012 Hyundai i20, 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 388 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Hyundai i20. (137 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1978 Ford LTD will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Hyundai i20.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Ford LTD | 2012 Hyundai i20 | |
| Make | Ford | Hyundai |
| Model | LTD | i20 |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5763 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 525 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Length | 5370 mm | 3940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2525 mm |
