2009 Chrysler 300 vs. 1979 Ford LTD
To start off, 2009 Chrysler 300 is newer by 30 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, 2009 Chrysler 300 (178 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1979 Ford LTD. (133 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 1979 Ford LTD. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 187 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.
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 (332 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Chrysler 300. (258 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1979 Ford LTD will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Chrysler 300.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chrysler 300 | 1979 Ford LTD | |
| Make | Chrysler | Ford |
| Model | 300 | LTD |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2736 cc | 4942 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 178 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 258 Nm | 332 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.1 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.5 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.9:1 | 8.4:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1873 kg | 1686 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 5520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2900 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 80 L |
