2005 De Tomaso Guara vs. 1979 Ford LTD
To start off, 2005 De Tomaso Guara 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 De Tomaso Guara (301 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 168 more horse power than 1979 Ford LTD. (133 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 De Tomaso Guara should accelerate faster than 1979 Ford LTD. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Ford LTD weights approximately 486 kg more than 2005 De Tomaso Guara.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2005 De Tomaso Guara (414 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Ford LTD. (332 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2005 De Tomaso Guara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Ford LTD. 1979 Ford LTD has automatic transmission and 2005 De Tomaso Guara has manual transmission. 2005 De Tomaso Guara 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:
2005 De Tomaso Guara | 1979 Ford LTD | |
Make | De Tomaso | Ford |
Model | Guara | LTD |
Year Released | 2005 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 4601 cc | 4942 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 301 HP | 133 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Torque | 414 Nm | 332 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90.2 mm | 101.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 76.2 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1686 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 5520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 2000 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2900 mm |