1979 Ford LTD vs. 2012 Ford Fusion
To start off, 2012 Ford Fusion is newer by 33 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, 2012 Ford Fusion (175 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1979 Ford LTD. (129 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ford Fusion should accelerate faster than 1979 Ford LTD. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Ford LTD weights approximately 44 kg more than 2012 Ford Fusion.
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, 2012 Ford Fusion, 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 (302 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Ford Fusion. (233 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1979 Ford LTD will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Ford Fusion.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Ford LTD | 2012 Ford Fusion | |
Make | Ford | Ford |
Model | LTD | Fusion |
Year Released | 1979 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4942 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 175 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 302 Nm | 233 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1516 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5320 mm | 4841 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1834 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1445 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2728 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 66 L |