1979 Ford LTD vs. 2004 Daewoo Kalos
To start off, 2004 Daewoo Kalos is newer by 25 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 40 more horse power than 2004 Daewoo Kalos. (93 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Ford LTD should accelerate faster than 2004 Daewoo Kalos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Ford LTD weights approximately 598 kg more than 2004 Daewoo Kalos. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1979 Ford LTD is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1979 Ford LTD. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Daewoo Kalos, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 202 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Daewoo Kalos. (130 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1979 Ford LTD will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Daewoo Kalos.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Ford LTD | 2004 Daewoo Kalos | |
Make | Ford | Daewoo |
Model | LTD | Kalos |
Year Released | 1979 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4942 cc | 1398 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 133 HP | 93 HP |
Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 332 Nm | 130 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 77.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 73.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.4:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1686 kg | 1088 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5520 mm | 4240 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2530 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 45 L |