2005 Audi S4 vs. 1979 Ford LTD
To start off, 2005 Audi S4 is newer by 26 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, 2005 Audi S4 (340 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 211 more horse power than 1979 Ford LTD. (129 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi S4 should accelerate faster than 1979 Ford LTD. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi S4 weights approximately 225 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Audi S4 (410 Nm) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Ford LTD. (302 Nm). This means 2005 Audi S4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Ford LTD.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi S4 | 1979 Ford LTD | |
| Make | Audi | Ford |
| Model | S4 | LTD |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1979 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4172 cc | 4942 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 302 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 101.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 8.4:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1785 kg | 1560 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 5320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2910 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 72 L |
