1990 Dodge Spirit vs. 1972 Ford LTD
To start off, 1990 Dodge Spirit is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Ford LTD. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Ford LTD would be higher. At 3,927 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Ford LTD is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Dodge Spirit (224 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1972 Ford LTD. (163 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Dodge Spirit should accelerate faster than 1972 Ford LTD. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Ford LTD weights approximately 379 kg more than 1990 Dodge Spirit.
Because 1972 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 1972 Ford LTD. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Dodge Spirit, 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, 1972 Ford LTD (376 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Dodge Spirit. (294 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1972 Ford LTD will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Dodge Spirit.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Dodge Spirit | 1972 Ford LTD | |
| Make | Dodge | Ford |
| Model | Spirit | LTD |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2213 cc | 3927 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 224 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 294 Nm | 376 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 8.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1316 kg | 1695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 5550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 3090 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 83 L |
