2000 Audi A8 vs. 1979 Ford LTD
To start off, 2000 Audi A8 is newer by 21 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, 2000 Audi A8 (330 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 201 more horse power than 1979 Ford LTD. (129 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 1979 Ford LTD. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Audi A8 weights approximately 295 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 2000 Audi A8 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, 2000 Audi A8 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, 1979 Ford LTD (302 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Audi A8. (225 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1979 Ford LTD will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Audi A8.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Audi A8 | 1979 Ford LTD | |
| Make | Audi | Ford |
| Model | A8 | LTD |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1979 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4172 cc | 4942 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 330 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 225 Nm | 302 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| 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 | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1855 kg | 1560 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 5320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2910 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 72 L |
