2004 Audi A4 vs. 1979 Ford LTD
To start off, 2004 Audi A4 is newer by 25 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 @ 5400 RPM) has 196 more horse power than 2004 Audi A4. (101 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Ford LTD should accelerate faster than 2004 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Ford LTD weights approximately 440 kg more than 2004 Audi A4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1979 Ford LTD is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1979 Ford LTD. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Audi A4, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 @ 3400 RPM) has 377 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Audi A4. (148 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1979 Ford LTD will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Audi A4. 1979 Ford LTD has automatic transmission and 2004 Audi A4 has manual transmission. 2004 Audi A4 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:
| 2004 Audi A4 | 1979 Ford LTD | |
| Make | Audi | Ford |
| Model | A4 | LTD |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1594 cc | 5763 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 297 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 148 Nm | 525 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 5370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1970 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 3080 mm |
