1979 Ford LTD vs. 2007 Toyota Avalon
To start off, 2007 Toyota Avalon 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 Toyota Avalon (269 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 136 more horse power than 1979 Ford LTD. (133 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Avalon should accelerate faster than 1979 Ford LTD. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Ford LTD weights approximately 78 kg more than 2007 Toyota Avalon.
Because 1979 Ford LTD is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1979 Ford LTD. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Avalon, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2007 Toyota Avalon (334 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Ford LTD. (332 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota Avalon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Ford LTD.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Ford LTD | 2007 Toyota Avalon | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | LTD | Avalon |
Year Released | 1979 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4942 cc | 3458 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 133 HP | 269 HP |
Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 332 Nm | 334 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 83.1 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.4:1 | 10.8:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1686 kg | 1608 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5520 mm | 5020 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2830 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 70 L |