2005 Audi A4 vs. 1978 Ford LTD
To start off, 2005 Audi A4 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 76 more horse power than 2005 Audi A4. (220 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Ford LTD should accelerate faster than 2005 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Ford LTD weights approximately 145 kg more than 2005 Audi A4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Audi A4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Ford LTD. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Audi A4 will offer significantly more control. 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 225 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Audi A4. (300 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1978 Ford LTD will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Audi A4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi A4 | 1978 Ford LTD | |
| Make | Audi | Ford |
| Model | A4 | LTD |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2983 cc | 5763 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 220 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 525 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1645 kg | 1790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 5370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1970 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 3080 mm |
