1979 Ford LTD vs. 1984 Holden Camira
To start off, 1984 Holden Camira 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 46 more horse power than 1984 Holden Camira. (83 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Ford LTD should accelerate faster than 1984 Holden Camira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Ford LTD weights approximately 545 kg more than 1984 Holden Camira. 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 Holden Camira, 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 176 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Holden Camira. (126 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1979 Ford LTD will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Holden Camira. 1979 Ford LTD has automatic transmission and 1984 Holden Camira has manual transmission. 1984 Holden Camira 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 | 1984 Holden Camira | |
Make | Ford | Holden |
Model | LTD | Camira |
Year Released | 1979 | 1984 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4942 cc | 1597 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 83 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 302 Nm | 126 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1015 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5320 mm | 4350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2580 mm |