1979 Ford LTD vs. 1984 Ford Tempo
To start off, 1984 Ford Tempo is newer by 5 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 @ 3600 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1984 Ford Tempo. (89 HP @ 4700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Ford LTD should accelerate faster than 1984 Ford Tempo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Ford LTD weights approximately 455 kg more than 1984 Ford Tempo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1984 Ford Tempo, 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 @ 2600 RPM) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Ford Tempo. (170 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1979 Ford LTD will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Ford Tempo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Ford LTD | 1984 Ford Tempo | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | LTD | Tempo |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 2306 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Torque | 302 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.7 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1105 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5320 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2540 mm |
