2005 Dodge Durango vs. 1978 Ford LTD
To start off, 2005 Dodge Durango 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 66 more horse power than 2005 Dodge Durango. (230 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Ford LTD should accelerate faster than 2005 Dodge Durango. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Durango weights approximately 489 kg more than 1978 Ford LTD.
Because 2005 Dodge Durango 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 Dodge Durango 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) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Dodge Durango. (393 Nm). This means 1978 Ford LTD will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Dodge Durango.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Dodge Durango | 1978 Ford LTD | |
| Make | Dodge | Ford |
| Model | Durango | LTD |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4702 cc | 5763 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 393 Nm | 525 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 2279 kg | 1790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 5370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1970 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 3080 mm |
