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 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 203 more horse power than 2004 Daewoo Kalos. (94 HP @ 6200 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 740 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 (525 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 395 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 | 5763 cc | 1399 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 297 HP | 94 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 525 Nm | 130 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1790 kg | 1050 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5370 mm | 3890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2490 mm |