1979 Ford LTD vs. 2007 Suzuki Aerio
To start off, 2007 Suzuki Aerio 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 Suzuki Aerio (155 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1979 Ford LTD. (129 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Suzuki Aerio should accelerate faster than 1979 Ford LTD. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Ford LTD weights approximately 525 kg more than 2007 Suzuki Aerio.
Because 2007 Suzuki Aerio 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 Suzuki Aerio 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 96 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Suzuki Aerio. (206 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1979 Ford LTD will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Suzuki Aerio.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Ford LTD | 2007 Suzuki Aerio | |
Make | Ford | Suzuki |
Model | LTD | Aerio |
Year Released | 1979 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4942 cc | 2293 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 155 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 302 Nm | 206 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1035 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5320 mm | 4360 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1550 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2490 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 50 L |