1979 Ford LTD vs. 2005 GMC Envoy
To start off, 2005 GMC Envoy is newer by 26 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) has 22 more horse power than 2005 GMC Envoy. (275 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Ford LTD should accelerate faster than 2005 GMC Envoy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 GMC Envoy weights approximately 190 kg more than 1979 Ford LTD.
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 152 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 GMC Envoy. (373 Nm). This means 1979 Ford LTD will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 GMC Envoy.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Ford LTD | 2005 GMC Envoy | |
Make | Ford | GMC |
Model | LTD | Envoy |
Year Released | 1979 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5763 cc | 4163 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 297 HP | 275 HP |
Torque | 525 Nm | 373 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1790 kg | 1980 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5370 mm | 4870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1830 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2880 mm |