1991 Chevrolet SS vs. 1979 Ford LTD
To start off, 1991 Chevrolet SS is newer by 12 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) has 52 more horse power than 1991 Chevrolet SS. (245 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Ford LTD should accelerate faster than 1991 Chevrolet SS.
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, 1979 Ford LTD (525 Nm) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Chevrolet SS. (468 Nm). This means 1979 Ford LTD will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Chevrolet SS. 1979 Ford LTD has automatic transmission and 1991 Chevrolet SS has manual transmission. 1991 Chevrolet SS will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1979 Ford LTD will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Chevrolet SS | 1979 Ford LTD | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | SS | LTD |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5735 cc | 5763 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 245 HP | 297 HP |
| Torque | 468 Nm | 525 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 5370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1970 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 3080 mm |
