1979 Ford LTD vs. 2004 Infiniti Q45
To start off, 2004 Infiniti Q45 is newer by 25 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, 2004 Infiniti Q45 (340 HP) has 211 more horse power than 1979 Ford LTD. (129 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Infiniti Q45 should accelerate faster than 1979 Ford LTD. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Infiniti Q45 weights approximately 244 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, 2004 Infiniti Q45 (452 Nm) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Ford LTD. (302 Nm). This means 2004 Infiniti Q45 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Ford LTD.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Ford LTD | 2004 Infiniti Q45 | |
| Make | Ford | Infiniti |
| Model | LTD | Q45 |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 4490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 340 HP |
| Torque | 302 Nm | 452 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.7 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.4:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1804 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5320 mm | 5080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2880 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 81 L |
