1979 Ford LTD vs. 2002 Toyota Bandeirante
To start off, 2002 Toyota Bandeirante 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, 1979 Ford LTD (133 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 2002 Toyota Bandeirante. (96 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Ford LTD should accelerate faster than 2002 Toyota Bandeirante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Toyota Bandeirante weights approximately 104 kg more than 1979 Ford LTD.
Because 2002 Toyota Bandeirante 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 Toyota Bandeirante 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 (332 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Toyota Bandeirante. (245 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1979 Ford LTD will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Toyota Bandeirante. 1979 Ford LTD has automatic transmission and 2002 Toyota Bandeirante has manual transmission. 2002 Toyota Bandeirante 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 Toyota Bandeirante | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | LTD | Bandeirante |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 3660 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 133 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 332 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1686 kg | 1790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5520 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2290 mm |
