1979 Ford LTD vs. 2004 Hyundai Tiburon
To start off, 2004 Hyundai Tiburon 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, 2004 Hyundai Tiburon (139 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1979 Ford LTD. (133 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Hyundai Tiburon should accelerate faster than 1979 Ford LTD. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Ford LTD weights approximately 352 kg more than 2004 Hyundai Tiburon.
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 Hyundai Tiburon, 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) has 148 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Hyundai Tiburon. (184 Nm). This means 1979 Ford LTD will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Hyundai Tiburon.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Ford LTD | 2004 Hyundai Tiburon | |
Make | Ford | Hyundai |
Model | LTD | Tiburon |
Year Released | 1979 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4942 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 133 HP | 139 HP |
Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 332 Nm | 184 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 82.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.4:1 | 10.1:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1686 kg | 1334 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5520 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2540 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 55 L |