1979 Ford LTD vs. 1994 Audi V8
To start off, 1994 Audi V8 is newer by 15 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 5,763 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Ford LTD is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Ford LTD (297 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1994 Audi V8. (247 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Ford LTD should accelerate faster than 1994 Audi V8.
Because 1994 Audi V8 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, 1994 Audi V8 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 (525 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 185 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Audi V8. (340 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1979 Ford LTD will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Audi V8.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Ford LTD | 1994 Audi V8 | |
| Make | Ford | Audi |
| Model | LTD | V8 |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5763 cc | 3561 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 297 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 525 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1790 kg | 1790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5370 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2710 mm |
