1979 Ford LTD vs. 2012 Lexus GX
To start off, 2012 Lexus GX is newer by 33 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, 2012 Lexus GX (301 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 172 more horse power than 1979 Ford LTD. (129 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Lexus GX should accelerate faster than 1979 Ford LTD. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Lexus GX weights approximately 862 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 2012 Lexus GX 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, 2012 Lexus GX 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, 2012 Lexus GX (446 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Ford LTD. (302 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2012 Lexus GX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Ford LTD.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Ford LTD | 2012 Lexus GX | |
| Make | Ford | Lexus |
| Model | LTD | GX |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 4600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 301 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 302 Nm | 446 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 2422 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5320 mm | 4806 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1885 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1875 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2789 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 87 L |
