1979 Ford LTD vs. 2010 Buick LaCrosse
To start off, 2010 Buick LaCrosse is newer by 31 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 42 more horse power than 2010 Buick LaCrosse. (255 HP @ 6900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Ford LTD should accelerate faster than 2010 Buick LaCrosse. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Buick LaCrosse weights approximately 36 kg more than 1979 Ford LTD.
Because 1979 Ford LTD is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1979 Ford LTD. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Buick LaCrosse, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 231 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Buick LaCrosse. (294 Nm @ 5100 RPM). This means 1979 Ford LTD will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Buick LaCrosse.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Ford LTD | 2010 Buick LaCrosse | |
Make | Ford | Buick |
Model | LTD | LaCrosse |
Year Released | 1979 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5763 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 297 HP | 255 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6900 RPM |
Torque | 525 Nm | 294 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1790 kg | 1826 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5370 mm | 5001 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1857 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1504 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2837 mm |