2008 Cadillac Escalade vs. 1979 Ford LTD
To start off, 2008 Cadillac Escalade is newer by 29 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 6,199 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Cadillac Escalade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Cadillac Escalade (404 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 271 more horse power than 1979 Ford LTD. (133 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 1979 Ford LTD. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Ford LTD weights approximately 51 kg more than 2008 Cadillac Escalade.
Because 2008 Cadillac Escalade 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, 2008 Cadillac Escalade 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, 2008 Cadillac Escalade (565 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 233 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Ford LTD. (332 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2008 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Ford LTD.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Cadillac Escalade | 1979 Ford LTD | |
| Make | Cadillac | Ford |
| Model | Escalade | LTD |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6199 cc | 4942 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 404 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 565 Nm | 332 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 103.3 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 8.4:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1635 kg | 1686 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5670 mm | 5520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2900 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 80 L |
