1979 Ford LTD vs. 2008 SsangYong Rexton

To start off, 2008 SsangYong Rexton 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, 1979 Ford LTD (129 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2008 SsangYong Rexton. (118 HP @ 4100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Ford LTD should accelerate faster than 2008 SsangYong Rexton. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 SsangYong Rexton weights approximately 291 kg more than 1979 Ford LTD.

Because 2008 SsangYong Rexton 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, 2008 SsangYong Rexton 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 46 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 SsangYong Rexton. (256 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1979 Ford LTD will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 SsangYong Rexton.

Compare all specifications:

1979 Ford LTD 2008 SsangYong Rexton
Make Ford SsangYong
Model LTD Rexton
Year Released 1979 2008
Body Type Sedan SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4942 cc 2872 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 5 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 129 HP 118 HP
Engine RPM 3600 RPM 4100 RPM
Torque 302 Nm 256 Nm
Torque RPM 2600 RPM 2400 RPM
Engine Bore Size 101.7 mm 89 mm
Engine Stroke Size 76.2 mm 92.4 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 8.4:1 22.0:1
Drive Type Rear 4WD
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1560 kg 1851 kg
Vehicle Length 5320 mm 4730 mm
Vehicle Width 1980 mm 1880 mm
Vehicle Height 1390 mm 1770 mm
Wheelbase Size 2910 mm 2830 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 72 L 80 L


 

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