1978 Ford LTD vs. 2012 Suzuki Alto
To start off, 2012 Suzuki Alto 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 229 more horse power than 2012 Suzuki Alto. (67 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Ford LTD should accelerate faster than 2012 Suzuki Alto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Ford LTD weights approximately 905 kg more than 2012 Suzuki Alto. 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, 2012 Suzuki Alto, 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 435 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Suzuki Alto. (90 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1978 Ford LTD will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Suzuki Alto. 1978 Ford LTD has automatic transmission and 2012 Suzuki Alto has manual transmission. 2012 Suzuki Alto will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1978 Ford LTD will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Ford LTD | 2012 Suzuki Alto | |
| Make | Ford | Suzuki |
| Model | LTD | Alto |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5763 cc | 996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 525 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1790 kg | 885 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5370 mm | 3500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2360 mm |
