1979 Ford LTD vs. 2009 SsangYong Stavic
To start off, 2009 SsangYong Stavic 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 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Ford LTD is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 SsangYong Stavic (163 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1979 Ford LTD. (133 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 SsangYong Stavic should accelerate faster than 1979 Ford LTD. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 SsangYong Stavic weights approximately 237 kg more than 1979 Ford LTD. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 SsangYong Stavic (342 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Ford LTD. (332 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2009 SsangYong Stavic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Ford LTD.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Ford LTD | 2009 SsangYong Stavic | |
Make | Ford | SsangYong |
Model | LTD | Stavic |
Year Released | 1979 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4942 cc | 2696 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 133 HP | 163 HP |
Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 332 Nm | 342 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 86.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 92.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.4:1 | 18.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1686 kg | 1923 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5520 mm | 5130 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1920 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 3010 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 80 L |