1979 Ford LTD vs. 1994 Holden Statesman
To start off, 1994 Holden Statesman 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 4,987 cc (8 cylinders), 1994 Holden Statesman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Holden Statesman (224 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 1979 Ford LTD. (133 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Holden Statesman should accelerate faster than 1979 Ford LTD. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Ford LTD weights approximately 166 kg more than 1994 Holden Statesman.
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, 1994 Holden Statesman (385 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Ford LTD. (332 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1994 Holden Statesman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Ford LTD.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Ford LTD | 1994 Holden Statesman | |
Make | Ford | Holden |
Model | LTD | Statesman |
Year Released | 1979 | 1994 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4942 cc | 4987 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 133 HP | 224 HP |
Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 332 Nm | 385 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1686 kg | 1520 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5520 mm | 5000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2830 mm |