1979 Ford LTD vs. 2011 Acura TL
To start off, 2011 Acura TL is newer by 32 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, 2011 Acura TL (305 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1979 Ford LTD. (297 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Acura TL should accelerate faster than 1979 Ford LTD. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Acura TL weights approximately 7 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 2011 Acura TL is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Ford LTD. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Acura TL 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 @ 3400 RPM) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Acura TL. (370 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1979 Ford LTD will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Acura TL.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Ford LTD | 2011 Acura TL | |
Make | Ford | Acura |
Model | LTD | TL |
Year Released | 1979 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5763 cc | 3700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 297 HP | 305 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 525 Nm | 370 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1790 kg | 1797 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5370 mm | 4966 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1453 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2776 mm |