1979 Ford LTD vs. 2010 Volkswagen Scirocco
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen Scirocco 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 Volkswagen Scirocco (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1979 Ford LTD. (133 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volkswagen Scirocco should accelerate faster than 1979 Ford LTD. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Ford LTD weights approximately 388 kg more than 2010 Volkswagen Scirocco.
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 Volkswagen Scirocco, 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 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Volkswagen Scirocco. (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1979 Ford LTD will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Volkswagen Scirocco.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Ford LTD | 2010 Volkswagen Scirocco | |
| Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
| Model | LTD | Scirocco |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 1968 cc |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 133 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 332 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1686 kg | 1298 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5520 mm | 4256 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1404 mm |
