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 11 more horse power than 2006 Isuzu KB. (118 HP @ 5400 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 340 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 128 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Isuzu KB. (174 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 | 1998 cc |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 302 Nm | 174 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.7 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.4:1 | 9.2:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1900 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5320 mm | 5020 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1650 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 3060 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 76 L |