1979 Ford LTD vs. 2013 Dodge CHALLENGER
To start off, 2013 Dodge CHALLENGER is newer by 34 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, 2013 Dodge CHALLENGER (367 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1979 Ford LTD. (297 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Dodge CHALLENGER should accelerate faster than 1979 Ford LTD. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Dodge CHALLENGER weights approximately 62 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, 2013 Dodge CHALLENGER (542 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Ford LTD. (525 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2013 Dodge CHALLENGER will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Ford LTD.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Ford LTD | 2013 Dodge CHALLENGER | |
Make | Ford | Dodge |
Model | LTD | CHALLENGER |
Year Released | 1979 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5763 cc | 5700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 297 HP | 367 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 525 Nm | 542 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1790 kg | 1852 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5370 mm | 5023 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1923 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1449 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2946 mm |