2005 Chevrolet Cobalt vs. 1979 Ford LTD
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Cobalt 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 Chevrolet Cobalt (146 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1979 Ford LTD. (129 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Cobalt should accelerate faster than 1979 Ford LTD. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Ford LTD weights approximately 210 kg more than 2005 Chevrolet Cobalt.
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, 2005 Chevrolet Cobalt, 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 (302 Nm) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chevrolet Cobalt. (210 Nm). This means 1979 Ford LTD will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Chevrolet Cobalt.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Cobalt | 1979 Ford LTD | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | Cobalt | LTD |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1979 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2196 cc | 4942 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 146 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 302 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 101.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.4:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1560 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 5320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2910 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 72 L |
