1979 Ford LTD vs. 2007 Hyundai Tucson
To start off, 2007 Hyundai Tucson is newer by 28 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, 2007 Hyundai Tucson (174 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1979 Ford LTD. (129 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Hyundai Tucson should accelerate faster than 1979 Ford LTD. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Hyundai Tucson weights approximately 221 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 2007 Hyundai Tucson 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, 2007 Hyundai Tucson 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 53 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Hyundai Tucson. (249 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1979 Ford LTD will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Hyundai Tucson.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Ford LTD | 2007 Hyundai Tucson | |
| Make | Ford | Hyundai |
| Model | LTD | Tucson |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 2656 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 174 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 302 Nm | 249 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.7 mm | 86.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.4:1 | 10.0:1 |
| 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 | 1781 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5320 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 58 L |
