1979 Ford LTD vs. 2013 Dodge CHARGER
To start off, 2013 Dodge CHARGER 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 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Ford LTD is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Dodge CHARGER (288 HP @ 6350 RPM) has 159 more horse power than 1979 Ford LTD. (129 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Dodge CHARGER should accelerate faster than 1979 Ford LTD. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Dodge CHARGER weights approximately 253 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 CHARGER (353 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Ford LTD. (302 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2013 Dodge CHARGER 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 CHARGER | |
| Make | Ford | Dodge |
| Model | LTD | CHARGER |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 288 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6350 RPM |
| Torque | 302 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.7 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 83 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1813 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5320 mm | 5077 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1905 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1482 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 3052 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 72 L |
