1979 Ford LTD vs. 2006 Nissan Pathfinder
To start off, 2006 Nissan Pathfinder is newer by 27 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, 1979 Ford LTD (297 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 2006 Nissan Pathfinder. (265 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Ford LTD should accelerate faster than 2006 Nissan Pathfinder. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Nissan Pathfinder weights approximately 375 kg more than 1979 Ford LTD.
Because 2006 Nissan Pathfinder is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Ford LTD. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Pathfinder 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, 1979 Ford LTD (525 Nm) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Nissan Pathfinder. (385 Nm). This means 1979 Ford LTD will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Nissan Pathfinder.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Ford LTD | 2006 Nissan Pathfinder | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | LTD | Pathfinder |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5763 cc | 3953 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 297 HP | 265 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 525 Nm | 385 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1790 kg | 2165 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5370 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2860 mm |
