1979 Ford LTD vs. 1986 Buick Century
To start off, 1986 Buick Century is newer by 7 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 (133 HP) has 8 more horse power than 1986 Buick Century. (125 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Ford LTD should accelerate faster than 1986 Buick Century.
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, 1986 Buick Century, 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 (332 Nm) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Buick Century. (220 Nm). This means 1979 Ford LTD will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Buick Century.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Ford LTD | 1986 Buick Century | |
| Make | Ford | Buick |
| Model | LTD | Century |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 2800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 133 HP | 125 HP |
| Torque | 332 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5520 mm | 4803 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1763 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1364 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2662 mm |
