1979 Ford LTD vs. 1977 Datsun 280Z
To start off, 1979 Ford LTD is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Datsun 280Z. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Datsun 280Z would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Ford LTD is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Datsun 280Z (150 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1979 Ford LTD. (133 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 Datsun 280Z should accelerate faster than 1979 Ford LTD. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Ford LTD weights approximately 486 kg more than 1977 Datsun 280Z.
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 111 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Datsun 280Z. (221 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1979 Ford LTD will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Datsun 280Z.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Ford LTD | 1977 Datsun 280Z | |
| Make | Ford | Datsun |
| Model | LTD | 280Z |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 2753 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 133 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 332 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.4:1 | 8.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1686 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5520 mm | 4399 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1631 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2304 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 60 L |
