1979 Ford LTD vs. 2006 Isuzu KB
To start off, 2006 Isuzu KB 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, 1979 Ford LTD (129 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2006 Isuzu KB. (126 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Ford LTD should accelerate faster than 2006 Isuzu KB. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Isuzu KB weights approximately 444 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 (302 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Isuzu KB. (204 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1979 Ford LTD will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Isuzu KB. 1979 Ford LTD has automatic transmission and 2006 Isuzu KB has manual transmission. 2006 Isuzu KB will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1979 Ford LTD will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Ford LTD | 2006 Isuzu KB | |
| Make | Ford | Isuzu |
| Model | LTD | KB |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 2405 cc |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 126 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 302 Nm | 204 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.4:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 2004 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5320 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 3060 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 76 L |
