1979 Ford LTD vs. 2009 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 30 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 6,162 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Corvette (431 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 298 more horse power than 1979 Ford LTD. (133 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1979 Ford LTD. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Ford LTD weights approximately 104 kg more than 2009 Chevrolet Corvette.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2009 Chevrolet Corvette (586 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 254 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Ford LTD. (332 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Ford LTD.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Ford LTD | 2009 Chevrolet Corvette | |
Make | Ford | Chevrolet |
Model | LTD | Corvette |
Year Released | 1979 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4942 cc | 6162 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 133 HP | 431 HP |
Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Torque | 332 Nm | 586 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 103.3 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 92 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1686 kg | 1582 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5520 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1250 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2690 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 69 L |