1979 Ford LTD vs. 2004 Ford Mustang
To start off, 2004 Ford Mustang 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 97 more horse power than 2004 Ford Mustang. (200 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Ford LTD should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Ford LTD weights approximately 403 kg more than 2004 Ford Mustang. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 (525 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 215 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Mustang. (310 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1979 Ford LTD will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Mustang.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Ford LTD | 2004 Ford Mustang | |
Make | Ford | Ford |
Model | LTD | Mustang |
Year Released | 1979 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5763 cc | 3931 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 297 HP | 200 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 525 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1790 kg | 1387 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5370 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2720 mm |