1979 Ford LTD vs. 1997 Ford F-150
To start off, 1997 Ford F-150 is newer by 18 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 95 more horse power than 1997 Ford F-150. (202 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Ford LTD should accelerate faster than 1997 Ford F-150. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Ford F-150 weights approximately 285 kg more than 1979 Ford LTD.
Because 1997 Ford F-150 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, 1997 Ford F-150 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 187 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Ford F-150. (338 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1979 Ford LTD will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Ford F-150. 1979 Ford LTD has automatic transmission and 1997 Ford F-150 has manual transmission. 1997 Ford F-150 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 | 1997 Ford F-150 | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | LTD | F-150 |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5763 cc | 4194 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 297 HP | 202 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 525 Nm | 338 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1790 kg | 2075 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5370 mm | 5230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 3050 mm |
