1979 Ford LTD vs. 2011 GMC Canyon
To start off, 2011 GMC Canyon 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 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Ford LTD is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 GMC Canyon (182 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1979 Ford LTD. (133 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 GMC Canyon should accelerate faster than 1979 Ford LTD.
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, 1979 Ford LTD (332 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 142 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 GMC Canyon. (190 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1979 Ford LTD will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 GMC Canyon. 1979 Ford LTD has automatic transmission and 2011 GMC Canyon has manual transmission. 2011 GMC Canyon will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1979 Ford LTD will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Ford LTD | 2011 GMC Canyon | |
Make | Ford | GMC |
Model | LTD | Canyon |
Year Released | 1979 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4942 cc | 2901 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 133 HP | 182 HP |
Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 332 Nm | 190 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.4:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5520 mm | 4890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1900 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2830 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 72 L |