1979 Ford LTD vs. 2011 Dodge Durango
To start off, 2011 Dodge Durango is newer by 32 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 5,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Dodge Durango is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Dodge Durango (360 HP @ 5150 RPM) has 227 more horse power than 1979 Ford LTD. (133 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Dodge Durango should accelerate faster than 1979 Ford LTD. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Dodge Durango weights approximately 642 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, 2011 Dodge Durango (528 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 196 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Ford LTD. (332 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2011 Dodge Durango will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Ford LTD.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Ford LTD | 2011 Dodge Durango | |
| Make | Ford | Dodge |
| Model | LTD | Durango |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 5700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 133 HP | 360 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 5150 RPM |
| Torque | 332 Nm | 528 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| 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 | 2328 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5520 mm | 5075 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1925 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 3043 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 93 L |
