1979 Ford LTD vs. 2010 Kia Opirus
To start off, 2010 Kia Opirus 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 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Ford LTD is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Kia Opirus (200 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1979 Ford LTD. (133 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Kia Opirus should accelerate faster than 1979 Ford LTD. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Kia Opirus weights approximately 211 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.
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 Kia Opirus, 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 (332 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Kia Opirus. (298 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1979 Ford LTD will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Kia Opirus.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Ford LTD | 2010 Kia Opirus | |
| Make | Ford | Kia |
| Model | LTD | Opirus |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 3497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 133 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 332 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 93.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 85.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.4:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1686 kg | 1897 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5520 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 70 L |
