1979 Ford LTD vs. 2008 Honda CR-V
To start off, 2008 Honda CR-V is newer by 29 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, 2008 Honda CR-V (166 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1979 Ford LTD. (133 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda CR-V should accelerate faster than 1979 Ford LTD. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Ford LTD weights approximately 506 kg more than 2008 Honda CR-V.
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, 2008 Honda CR-V, 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, 1979 Ford LTD (332 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda CR-V. (218 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1979 Ford LTD will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda CR-V.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Ford LTD | 2008 Honda CR-V | |
Make | Ford | Honda |
Model | LTD | CR-V |
Year Released | 1979 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4942 cc | 2354 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 133 HP | 166 HP |
Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 332 Nm | 218 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 87.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 99 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.4:1 | 9.7:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1686 kg | 1180 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5520 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 58 L |