2007 Ford E-150 vs. 1978 Ford LTD
To start off, 2007 Ford E-150 is newer by 29 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 70 more horse power than 2007 Ford E-150. (226 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Ford LTD should accelerate faster than 2007 Ford E-150.
Let's talk about torque, 1978 Ford LTD (525 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Ford E-150. (388 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1978 Ford LTD will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Ford E-150.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Ford E-150 | 1978 Ford LTD | |
Make | Ford | Ford |
Model | E-150 | LTD |
Year Released | 2007 | 1978 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4605 cc | 5763 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 226 HP | 296 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 388 Nm | 525 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 5370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1970 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2060 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 3080 mm |