1996 Audi S6 vs. 1979 Ford LTD
To start off, 1996 Audi S6 is newer by 17 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, 1996 Audi S6 (335 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 202 more horse power than 1979 Ford LTD. (133 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Audi S6 should accelerate faster than 1979 Ford LTD. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Audi S6 weights approximately 74 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 1996 Audi S6 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, 1996 Audi S6 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, 1996 Audi S6 (420 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Ford LTD. (332 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1996 Audi S6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Ford LTD.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Audi S6 | 1979 Ford LTD | |
| Make | Audi | Ford |
| Model | S6 | LTD |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4171 cc | 4942 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 420 Nm | 332 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 8.4:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1760 kg | 1686 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 5520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2900 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 80 L |
