1979 Ford LTD vs. 2004 Toyota Tundra
To start off, 2004 Toyota Tundra 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 107 more horse power than 2004 Toyota Tundra. (190 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Ford LTD should accelerate faster than 2004 Toyota Tundra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Ford LTD weights approximately 10 kg more than 2004 Toyota Tundra. 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) has 227 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Toyota Tundra. (298 Nm). This means 1979 Ford LTD will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Toyota Tundra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Ford LTD | 2004 Toyota Tundra | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | LTD | Tundra |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5763 cc | 3376 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 297 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 525 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1790 kg | 1780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5370 mm | 5530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 3270 mm |
