1999 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 1979 Ford LTD
To start off, 1999 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 20 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 5,327 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Chevrolet Silverado (291 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 162 more horse power than 1979 Ford LTD. (129 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 1979 Ford LTD. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 275 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 1999 Chevrolet Silverado 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, 1999 Chevrolet Silverado 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, 1999 Chevrolet Silverado (447 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Ford LTD. (302 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1999 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Ford LTD.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Chevrolet Silverado | 1979 Ford LTD | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | Silverado | LTD |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1979 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5327 cc | 4942 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 291 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 447 Nm | 302 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 101.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1835 kg | 1560 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 5320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2910 mm |
