1979 Ford LTD vs. 1992 Lancia Hyena
To start off, 1992 Lancia Hyena is newer by 13 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, 1992 Lancia Hyena (251 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 122 more horse power than 1979 Ford LTD. (129 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Lancia Hyena should accelerate faster than 1979 Ford LTD. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Ford LTD weights approximately 412 kg more than 1992 Lancia Hyena.
Because 1992 Lancia Hyena is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Ford LTD. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 Lancia Hyena will offer significantly more control. 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 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Lancia Hyena. (298 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1979 Ford LTD will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Lancia Hyena. 1979 Ford LTD has automatic transmission and 1992 Lancia Hyena has manual transmission. 1992 Lancia Hyena 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 | 1992 Lancia Hyena | |
| Make | Ford | Lancia |
| Model | LTD | Hyena |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 251 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 302 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.7 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 90 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1148 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2480 mm |
