2008 Chevrolet Lumina vs. 1972 Ford LTD
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Lumina is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Ford LTD. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Ford LTD would be higher. At 3,927 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Ford LTD is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Lumina (241 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1972 Ford LTD. (163 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Lumina should accelerate faster than 1972 Ford LTD. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Ford LTD weights approximately 122 kg more than 2008 Chevrolet Lumina.
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, 1972 Ford LTD (376 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Chevrolet Lumina. (320 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1972 Ford LTD will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Chevrolet Lumina.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Chevrolet Lumina | 1972 Ford LTD | |
Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
Model | Lumina | LTD |
Year Released | 2008 | 1972 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3565 cc | 3927 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 241 HP | 163 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 376 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 8.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1573 kg | 1695 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 5550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 3090 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 83 L |