1979 Ford LTD vs. 2011 Lexus IS
To start off, 2011 Lexus IS 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, 1979 Ford LTD (297 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 2011 Lexus IS. (204 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Ford LTD should accelerate faster than 2011 Lexus IS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Ford LTD weights approximately 223 kg more than 2011 Lexus IS. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Lexus IS 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 Lexus IS 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 274 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Lexus IS. (251 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1979 Ford LTD will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Lexus IS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Ford LTD | 2011 Lexus IS | |
| Make | Ford | Lexus |
| Model | LTD | IS |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5763 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 297 HP | 204 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 525 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1790 kg | 1567 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5370 mm | 4585 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1801 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2731 mm |
