1979 Ford LTD vs. 2006 Honda CR-V
To start off, 2006 Honda CR-V is newer by 27 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, 2006 Honda CR-V (157 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1979 Ford LTD. (129 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda CR-V should accelerate faster than 1979 Ford LTD. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda CR-V weights approximately 430 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 2006 Honda CR-V 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, 2006 Honda CR-V 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 (302 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Honda CR-V. (217 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1979 Ford LTD will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Honda CR-V.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Ford LTD | 2006 Honda CR-V | |
Make | Ford | Honda |
Model | LTD | CR-V |
Year Released | 1979 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4942 cc | 2360 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 157 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Torque | 302 Nm | 217 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.7 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 99 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1990 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5320 mm | 4600 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 58 L |