1979 Ford LTD vs. 2011 Nissan Titan
To start off, 2011 Nissan Titan 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 5,551 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Nissan Titan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Nissan Titan (317 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 184 more horse power than 1979 Ford LTD. (133 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Nissan Titan should accelerate faster than 1979 Ford LTD.
Because 2011 Nissan Titan is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Ford LTD. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Nissan Titan 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, 2011 Nissan Titan (522 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Ford LTD. (332 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2011 Nissan Titan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Ford LTD.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Ford LTD | 2011 Nissan Titan | |
Make | Ford | Nissan |
Model | LTD | Titan |
Year Released | 1979 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4942 cc | 5551 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 133 HP | 317 HP |
Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 332 Nm | 522 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.4:1 | 9.8:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5520 mm | 5710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1940 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 3560 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 106 L |