2009 Chrysler Aspen vs. 1979 Ford LTD
To start off, 2009 Chrysler Aspen 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 5,763 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Ford LTD is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chrysler Aspen (299 HP @ 5650 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1979 Ford LTD. (297 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chrysler Aspen 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, 1979 Ford LTD (525 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 195 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Chrysler Aspen. (330 Nm @ 3950 RPM). This means 1979 Ford LTD will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Chrysler Aspen.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Chrysler Aspen | 1979 Ford LTD | |
Make | Chrysler | Ford |
Model | Aspen | LTD |
Year Released | 2009 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4701 cc | 5763 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 299 HP | 297 HP |
Engine RPM | 5650 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 330 Nm | 525 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 5370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1970 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 3080 mm |