1979 Ford LTD vs. 2013 GMC Sierra
To start off, 2013 GMC Sierra 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 GMC Sierra (298 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 169 more horse power than 1979 Ford LTD. (129 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 1979 Ford LTD. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 GMC Sierra weights approximately 711 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.
Because 2013 GMC Sierra 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, 2013 GMC Sierra 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, 2013 GMC Sierra (414 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Ford LTD. (302 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2013 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Ford LTD.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Ford LTD | 2013 GMC Sierra | |
| Make | Ford | GMC |
| Model | LTD | Sierra |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 4800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 298 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 302 Nm | 414 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.7 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 83 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 4-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 2271 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5320 mm | 5702 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 2031 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1875 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 3378 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 129 L |
