1973 Daihatsu Consorte vs. 1979 Ford LTD
To start off, 1979 Ford LTD is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Daihatsu Consorte. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Daihatsu Consorte would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Ford LTD is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Ford LTD (133 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1973 Daihatsu Consorte. (57 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Ford LTD should accelerate faster than 1973 Daihatsu Consorte. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Ford LTD weights approximately 1016 kg more than 1973 Daihatsu Consorte. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Daihatsu Consorte | 1979 Ford LTD | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Ford |
| Model | Consorte | LTD |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 958 cc | 4942 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.4:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 670 kg | 1686 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3650 mm | 5520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2900 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 80 L |
