1979 Ford LTD vs. 2009 Ford Expedition
To start off, 2009 Ford Expedition 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 5,763 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Ford LTD is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Expedition (310 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1979 Ford LTD. (297 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 1979 Ford LTD. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Ford LTD weights approximately 824 kg more than 2009 Ford Expedition.
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, 1979 Ford LTD (525 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Expedition. (495 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1979 Ford LTD will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford Expedition.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Ford LTD | 2009 Ford Expedition | |
Make | Ford | Ford |
Model | LTD | Expedition |
Year Released | 1979 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5763 cc | 5408 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 297 HP | 310 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 525 Nm | 495 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1790 kg | 966 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5370 mm | 5630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 2010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1980 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 3330 mm |