1979 Ford LTD vs. 2002 Hyundai Equus
To start off, 2002 Hyundai Equus 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 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Ford LTD is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Hyundai Equus (194 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1979 Ford LTD. (129 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Hyundai Equus should accelerate faster than 1979 Ford LTD. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Hyundai Equus weights approximately 295 kg more than 1979 Ford LTD. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1979 Ford LTD (302 Nm) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Hyundai Equus. (271 Nm). This means 1979 Ford LTD will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Hyundai Equus.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Ford LTD | 2002 Hyundai Equus | |
Make | Ford | Hyundai |
Model | LTD | Equus |
Year Released | 1979 | 2002 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4942 cc | 4500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 194 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 302 Nm | 271 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1855 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5320 mm | 5070 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2760 mm |