1979 Ford LTD vs. 2006 SsangYong Actyon
To start off, 2006 SsangYong Actyon 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 5,763 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Ford LTD is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Ford LTD (297 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 149 more horse power than 2006 SsangYong Actyon. (148 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Ford LTD should accelerate faster than 2006 SsangYong Actyon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Ford LTD weights approximately 14 kg more than 2006 SsangYong Actyon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 SsangYong Actyon 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 SsangYong Actyon 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 (525 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 311 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 SsangYong Actyon. (214 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1979 Ford LTD will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 SsangYong Actyon.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Ford LTD | 2006 SsangYong Actyon | |
Make | Ford | SsangYong |
Model | LTD | Actyon |
Year Released | 1979 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5763 cc | 2300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 297 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 525 Nm | 214 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1790 kg | 1776 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5370 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1890 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2750 mm |