1979 Ford LTD vs. 2008 Rover 75
To start off, 2008 Rover 75 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 Rover 75 (158 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1979 Ford LTD. (129 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Rover 75 should accelerate faster than 1979 Ford LTD. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Ford LTD weights approximately 24 kg more than 2008 Rover 75.
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 Rover 75, 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 (302 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Rover 75. (215 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 1979 Ford LTD will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Rover 75.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Ford LTD | 2008 Rover 75 | |
Make | Ford | Rover |
Model | LTD | 75 |
Year Released | 1979 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4942 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 302 Nm | 215 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 2100 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.7 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 89.3 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.4:1 | 10.5:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1536 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5320 mm | 4800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 65 L |