2008 Dodge Ram vs. 1979 Ford LTD
To start off, 2008 Dodge Ram 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 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 82 more horse power than 2008 Dodge Ram. (215 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Ford LTD should accelerate faster than 2008 Dodge Ram. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Ford LTD weights approximately 98 kg more than 2008 Dodge Ram. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1979 Ford LTD (525 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 206 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Dodge Ram. (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1979 Ford LTD will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Dodge Ram.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Dodge Ram | 1979 Ford LTD | |
Make | Dodge | Ford |
Model | Ram | LTD |
Year Released | 2008 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3701 cc | 5763 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 297 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 319 Nm | 525 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1692 kg | 1790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5280 mm | 5370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1970 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 3080 mm |