2005 Acura NSX vs. 1978 Ford LTD
To start off, 2005 Acura NSX is newer by 27 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 44 more horse power than 2005 Acura NSX. (252 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Ford LTD should accelerate faster than 2005 Acura NSX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Ford LTD weights approximately 338 kg more than 2005 Acura NSX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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) has 240 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Acura NSX. (285 Nm). This means 1978 Ford LTD will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Acura NSX.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Acura NSX | 1978 Ford LTD | |
Make | Acura | Ford |
Model | NSX | LTD |
Year Released | 2005 | 1978 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 2966 cc | 5763 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 252 HP | 296 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 525 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1452 kg | 1790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 5370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1970 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 3080 mm |