1979 Ford LTD vs. 1983 Pininfarina Coupe
To start off, 1983 Pininfarina Coupe is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Ford LTD. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Ford LTD 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 (129 HP) has 4 more horse power than 1983 Pininfarina Coupe. (125 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Ford LTD should accelerate faster than 1983 Pininfarina Coupe.
Because 1979 Ford LTD is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1979 Ford LTD. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1983 Pininfarina Coupe, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1979 Ford LTD (302 Nm) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Pininfarina Coupe. (176 Nm). This means 1979 Ford LTD will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Pininfarina Coupe. 1979 Ford LTD has automatic transmission and 1983 Pininfarina Coupe has manual transmission. 1983 Pininfarina Coupe will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1979 Ford LTD will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Ford LTD | 1983 Pininfarina Coupe | |
| Make | Ford | Pininfarina |
| Model | LTD | Coupe |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1983 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 125 HP |
| Torque | 302 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.4:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 5320 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2450 mm |
