1979 Ford LTD vs. 2007 Nissan Sentra
To start off, 2007 Nissan Sentra is newer by 28 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 157 more horse power than 2007 Nissan Sentra. (140 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Ford LTD should accelerate faster than 2007 Nissan Sentra.
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, 2007 Nissan Sentra, 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, 1979 Ford LTD (525 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 326 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Nissan Sentra. (199 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1979 Ford LTD will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Nissan Sentra.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Ford LTD | 2007 Nissan Sentra | |
Make | Ford | Nissan |
Model | LTD | Sentra |
Year Released | 1979 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5763 cc | 1999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 297 HP | 140 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 525 Nm | 199 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Length | 5370 mm | 4570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2690 mm |