1979 Ford LTD vs. 2003 MG TF

To start off, 2003 MG TF is newer by 24 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, 2003 MG TF (158 HP @ 6900 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1979 Ford LTD. (129 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 MG TF should accelerate faster than 1979 Ford LTD. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Ford LTD weights approximately 370 kg more than 2003 MG TF.

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 @ 2600 RPM) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 MG TF. (174 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 1979 Ford LTD will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 MG TF. 1979 Ford LTD has automatic transmission and 2003 MG TF has manual transmission. 2003 MG TF 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 2003 MG TF
Make Ford MG
Model LTD TF
Year Released 1979 2003
Body Type Sedan Roadster
Engine Position Front Middle
Engine Size 4942 cc 1796 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 129 HP 158 HP
Engine RPM 3600 RPM 6900 RPM
Torque 302 Nm 174 Nm
Torque RPM 2600 RPM 4700 RPM
Engine Bore Size 101.7 mm 80 mm
Engine Stroke Size 76.2 mm 89.3 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 8.4:1 10.5:1
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 2 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1560 kg 1190 kg
Vehicle Length 5320 mm 3950 mm
Vehicle Width 1980 mm 1630 mm
Vehicle Height 1390 mm 1270 mm
Wheelbase Size 2910 mm 2380 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 72 L 50 L


 

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