1979 Ford LTD vs. 2003 Toyota Tundra
To start off, 2003 Toyota Tundra 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 Toyota Tundra (187 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1979 Ford LTD. (133 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Toyota Tundra should accelerate faster than 1979 Ford LTD. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Toyota Tundra weights approximately 34 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.
Because 2003 Toyota Tundra 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, 2003 Toyota Tundra 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 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Toyota Tundra. (298 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1979 Ford LTD will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Toyota Tundra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Ford LTD | 2003 Toyota Tundra | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | LTD | Tundra |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 3400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 133 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 332 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1686 kg | 1720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5520 mm | 5530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 3270 mm |
