1998 Chrysler Concorde vs. 1978 Ford LTD
To start off, 1998 Chrysler Concorde is newer by 20 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 106 more horse power than 1998 Chrysler Concorde. (190 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Ford LTD should accelerate faster than 1998 Chrysler Concorde. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Ford LTD weights approximately 215 kg more than 1998 Chrysler Concorde. 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, 1998 Chrysler Concorde, 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 270 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Chrysler Concorde. (255 Nm @ 4850 RPM). This means 1978 Ford LTD will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Chrysler Concorde.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Chrysler Concorde | 1978 Ford LTD | |
| Make | Chrysler | Ford |
| Model | Concorde | LTD |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2734 cc | 5763 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 255 Nm | 525 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4850 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 1790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5280 mm | 5370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1970 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 3080 mm |
