1979 Ford LTD vs. 2002 MCC ForTwo
To start off, 2002 MCC ForTwo 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 253 more horse power than 2002 MCC ForTwo. (44 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Ford LTD should accelerate faster than 2002 MCC ForTwo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Ford LTD weights approximately 1110 kg more than 2002 MCC ForTwo. 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 (525 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 455 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 MCC ForTwo. (70 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1979 Ford LTD will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 MCC ForTwo. 1979 Ford LTD has automatic transmission and 2002 MCC ForTwo has manual transmission. 2002 MCC ForTwo 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 | 2002 MCC ForTwo | |
| Make | Ford | MCC |
| Model | LTD | ForTwo |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 5763 cc | 599 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 297 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 525 Nm | 70 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1790 kg | 680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5370 mm | 2510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 1810 mm |
