1979 Ford LTD vs. 1990 Proton Saloon
To start off, 1990 Proton Saloon is newer by 11 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 62 more horse power than 1990 Proton Saloon. (67 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Ford LTD should accelerate faster than 1990 Proton Saloon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Ford LTD weights approximately 640 kg more than 1990 Proton Saloon. 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, 1990 Proton Saloon, 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 200 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Proton Saloon. (102 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1979 Ford LTD will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Proton Saloon. 1979 Ford LTD has automatic transmission and 1990 Proton Saloon has manual transmission. 1990 Proton Saloon 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 | 1990 Proton Saloon | |
Make | Ford | Proton |
Model | LTD | Saloon |
Year Released | 1979 | 1990 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4942 cc | 1299 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 67 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 302 Nm | 102 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 920 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5320 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2390 mm |