2005 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1977 Ford LTD
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Ford LTD. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Ford LTD would be higher. At 5,998 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Corvette (395 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1977 Ford LTD. (296 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1977 Ford LTD. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Ford LTD weights approximately 320 kg more than 2005 Chevrolet Corvette.
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, 2005 Chevrolet Corvette (543 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Ford LTD. (525 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2005 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Ford LTD.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Chevrolet Corvette | 1977 Ford LTD | |
Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
Model | Corvette | LTD |
Year Released | 2005 | 1977 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5998 cc | 5763 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 395 HP | 296 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 543 Nm | 525 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 5370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1970 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 3080 mm |