1977 Ford LTD vs. 2013 Nissan Titan
To start off, 2013 Nissan Titan is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Ford LTD. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Ford LTD would be higher. At 5,763 cc (8 cylinders), 1977 Ford LTD is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Nissan Titan (313 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1977 Ford LTD. (296 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Nissan Titan should accelerate faster than 1977 Ford LTD. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Nissan Titan weights approximately 640 kg more than 1977 Ford LTD. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Nissan Titan is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1977 Ford LTD. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Nissan Titan 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, 1977 Ford LTD (525 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Nissan Titan. (522 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1977 Ford LTD will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Nissan Titan.
Compare all specifications:
1977 Ford LTD | 2013 Nissan Titan | |
Make | Ford | Nissan |
Model | LTD | Titan |
Year Released | 1977 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5763 cc | 5600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 296 HP | 313 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 525 Nm | 522 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1790 kg | 2430 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5370 mm | 5704 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 2019 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1946 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 3550 mm |