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 5,763 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Ford LTD is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Ford LTD (297 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 179 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 61 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 (525 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 269 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 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5763 cc | 2872 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 297 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 525 Nm | 256 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1790 kg | 1851 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5370 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2830 mm |
