2005 Ford Excursion vs. 1979 Ford LTD
To start off, 2005 Ford Excursion 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 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Ford Excursion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Excursion (255 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 126 more horse power than 1979 Ford LTD. (129 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Excursion should accelerate faster than 1979 Ford LTD. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Excursion weights approximately 1456 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.
Because 2005 Ford Excursion is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Ford LTD. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Ford Excursion will offer significantly more control. 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 Ford Excursion (475 Nm) has 173 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Ford LTD. (302 Nm). This means 2005 Ford Excursion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Ford LTD.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Excursion | 1979 Ford LTD | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Excursion | LTD |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1979 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5408 cc | 4942 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 475 Nm | 302 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.1 mm | 101.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.4:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 3016 kg | 1560 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 5320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1970 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2910 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 167 L | 72 L |
