1979 Ford LTD vs. 1986 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, 1986 Mercedes-Benz S 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 5,547 cc (8 cylinders), 1986 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Mercedes-Benz S (275 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 142 more horse power than 1979 Ford LTD. (133 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 1979 Ford LTD. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 114 kg more than 1979 Ford LTD. 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. Let's talk about torque, 1986 Mercedes-Benz S (422 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Ford LTD. (332 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1986 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Ford LTD.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Ford LTD | 1986 Mercedes-Benz S | |
Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | LTD | S |
Year Released | 1979 | 1986 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4942 cc | 5547 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 133 HP | 275 HP |
Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 332 Nm | 422 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1686 kg | 1800 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5520 mm | 5030 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2950 mm |