1979 Ford LTD vs. 2003 Nissan Maxima
To start off, 2003 Nissan Maxima is newer by 24 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, 2003 Nissan Maxima (261 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 128 more horse power than 1979 Ford LTD. (133 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Nissan Maxima should accelerate faster than 1979 Ford LTD. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Ford LTD weights approximately 131 kg more than 2003 Nissan Maxima.
Because 1979 Ford LTD is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1979 Ford LTD. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Nissan Maxima, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2003 Nissan Maxima (346 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Ford LTD. (332 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2003 Nissan Maxima will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Ford LTD.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Ford LTD | 2003 Nissan Maxima | |
Make | Ford | Nissan |
Model | LTD | Maxima |
Year Released | 1979 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4942 cc | 3496 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 133 HP | 261 HP |
Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 332 Nm | 346 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1686 kg | 1555 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5520 mm | 4920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2830 mm |