1979 Ford LTD vs. 2011 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter
To start off, 2011 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter 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 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter (188 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1979 Ford LTD. (129 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter should accelerate faster than 1979 Ford LTD. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter weights approximately 1038 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 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter (440 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Ford LTD. (302 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2011 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Ford LTD.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Ford LTD | 2011 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter | |
Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | LTD | Sprinter |
Year Released | 1979 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4942 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 188 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 302 Nm | 440 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 1400 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 2598 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5320 mm | 5906 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 2024 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 2446 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 3665 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 100 L |