1979 Ford LTD vs. 1994 GMC Typhoon
To start off, 1994 GMC Typhoon 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 15 more horse power than 1994 GMC Typhoon. (282 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Ford LTD should accelerate faster than 1994 GMC Typhoon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Ford LTD weights approximately 55 kg more than 1994 GMC Typhoon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1994 GMC Typhoon 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 GMC Typhoon 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 51 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 GMC Typhoon. (474 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1979 Ford LTD will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 GMC Typhoon.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Ford LTD | 1994 GMC Typhoon | |
| Make | Ford | GMC |
| Model | LTD | Typhoon |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5763 cc | 4298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 297 HP | 282 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 525 Nm | 474 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1790 kg | 1735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5370 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2560 mm |
