1979 Ford LTD vs. 2011 Opel Antara
To start off, 2011 Opel Antara 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 5,763 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Ford LTD is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Ford LTD (297 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 149 more horse power than 2011 Opel Antara. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Ford LTD should accelerate faster than 2011 Opel Antara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Opel Antara weights approximately 65 kg more than 1979 Ford LTD.
Because 2011 Opel Antara is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Ford LTD. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Opel Antara will offer significantly more control. 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 (525 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 205 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Opel Antara. (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1979 Ford LTD will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Opel Antara.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Ford LTD | 2011 Opel Antara | |
Make | Ford | Opel |
Model | LTD | Antara |
Year Released | 1979 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5763 cc | 1990 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 297 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 525 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1790 kg | 1855 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5370 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2710 mm |