1994 Ford Scorpio vs. 1979 Ford LTD
To start off, 1994 Ford Scorpio is newer by 15 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, 1979 Ford LTD (133 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1994 Ford Scorpio. (115 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Ford LTD should accelerate faster than 1994 Ford Scorpio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Ford LTD weights approximately 371 kg more than 1994 Ford Scorpio. 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, 1979 Ford LTD (332 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 172 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Ford Scorpio. (160 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1979 Ford LTD will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Ford Scorpio. 1979 Ford LTD has automatic transmission and 1994 Ford Scorpio has manual transmission. 1994 Ford Scorpio 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:
| 1994 Ford Scorpio | 1979 Ford LTD | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Scorpio | LTD |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 4942 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 332 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.8 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 8.4:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1315 kg | 1686 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 5520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2900 mm |
