1979 Ford LTD vs. 2006 Pontiac SV 6
To start off, 2006 Pontiac SV 6 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 Pontiac SV 6 (196 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1979 Ford LTD. (133 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Pontiac SV 6 should accelerate faster than 1979 Ford LTD.
Let's talk about torque, 1979 Ford LTD (332 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Pontiac SV 6. (289 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1979 Ford LTD will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Pontiac SV 6.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Ford LTD | 2006 Pontiac SV 6 | |
| Make | Ford | Pontiac |
| Model | LTD | SV 6 |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 3491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 133 HP | 196 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 332 Nm | 289 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.4:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5520 mm | 5230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 3080 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 95 L |
