1979 Ford LTD vs. 2009 Lexus LS
To start off, 2009 Lexus LS is newer by 30 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, 2009 Lexus LS (381 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 248 more horse power than 1979 Ford LTD. (133 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Lexus LS should accelerate faster than 1979 Ford LTD. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Lexus LS weights approximately 79 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, 2009 Lexus LS (498 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 166 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Ford LTD. (332 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2009 Lexus LS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Ford LTD.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Ford LTD | 2009 Lexus LS | |
| Make | Ford | Lexus |
| Model | LTD | LS |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 4605 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 133 HP | 381 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 332 Nm | 498 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.4:1 | 11.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1686 kg | 1765 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5520 mm | 5160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 3100 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 84 L |
