2007 Cadillac XLR vs. 1979 Ford LTD
To start off, 2007 Cadillac XLR is newer by 28 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, 2007 Cadillac XLR (443 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 314 more horse power than 1979 Ford LTD. (129 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Cadillac XLR should accelerate faster than 1979 Ford LTD.
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, 2007 Cadillac XLR (561 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 259 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Ford LTD. (302 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2007 Cadillac XLR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Ford LTD.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Cadillac XLR | 1979 Ford LTD | |
Make | Cadillac | Ford |
Model | XLR | LTD |
Year Released | 2007 | 1979 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4376 cc | 4942 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 443 HP | 129 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 561 Nm | 302 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 5320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1980 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2910 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 72 L |