1979 Ford LTD vs. 2008 Nissan Maxima
To start off, 2008 Nissan Maxima is newer by 29 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, 2008 Nissan Maxima (255 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 126 more horse power than 1979 Ford LTD. (129 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Maxima should accelerate faster than 1979 Ford LTD. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Nissan Maxima weights approximately 14 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.
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, 2008 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, 2008 Nissan Maxima (342 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Ford LTD. (302 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2008 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 | 2008 Nissan Maxima | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | LTD | Maxima |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 3505 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 255 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 302 Nm | 342 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1574 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5320 mm | 4940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 76 L |
