2005 Ford E-250 vs. 1979 Ford LTD
To start off, 2005 Ford E-250 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 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 72 more horse power than 2005 Ford E-250. (225 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Ford LTD should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford E-250. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford E-250 weights approximately 514 kg more than 1979 Ford LTD.
Let's talk about torque, 1979 Ford LTD (525 Nm) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford E-250. (388 Nm). This means 1979 Ford LTD will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford E-250.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford E-250 | 1979 Ford LTD | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | E-250 | LTD |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4605 cc | 5763 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 297 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 388 Nm | 525 Nm |
| Vehicle Weight | 2304 kg | 1790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 5370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1970 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2120 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 3080 mm |
