2007 Chevrolet Express vs. 1979 Ford LTD
To start off, 2007 Chevrolet Express 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 5,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chevrolet Express (300 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 171 more horse power than 1979 Ford LTD. (129 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 1979 Ford LTD.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Chevrolet Express (488 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 186 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Ford LTD. (302 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2007 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Ford LTD.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Chevrolet Express | 1979 Ford LTD | |
Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
Model | Express | LTD |
Year Released | 2007 | 1979 |
Body Type | Van | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5999 cc | 4942 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 129 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 488 Nm | 302 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 101.7 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 76.2 mm |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 12 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 5320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1980 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2910 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 72 L |