1979 Ford LTD vs. 2005 Jeep Cherokee
To start off, 2005 Jeep Cherokee 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 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Ford LTD is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Jeep Cherokee (207 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1979 Ford LTD. (133 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Jeep Cherokee should accelerate faster than 1979 Ford LTD. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Jeep Cherokee weights approximately 265 kg more than 1979 Ford LTD. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Jeep Cherokee is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Ford LTD. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Jeep Cherokee will offer significantly more control. 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 @ 1600 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Jeep Cherokee. (312 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1979 Ford LTD will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Jeep Cherokee.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Ford LTD | 2005 Jeep Cherokee | |
| Make | Ford | Jeep |
| Model | LTD | Cherokee |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 133 HP | 207 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 332 Nm | 312 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 90.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.4:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1686 kg | 1951 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5520 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 70 L |
