1979 Ford LTD vs. 2002 Honda Avancier
To start off, 2002 Honda Avancier is newer by 23 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 85 more horse power than 2002 Honda Avancier. (212 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Ford LTD should accelerate faster than 2002 Honda Avancier. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Ford LTD weights approximately 100 kg more than 2002 Honda Avancier. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Honda Avancier 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, 2002 Honda Avancier 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 240 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda Avancier. (285 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1979 Ford LTD will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda Avancier.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Ford LTD | 2002 Honda Avancier | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | LTD | Avancier |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5763 cc | 2995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 297 HP | 212 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 525 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1790 kg | 1690 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5370 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2770 mm |
