1979 Ford LTD vs. 2013 Infiniti FX

To start off, 2013 Infiniti FX is newer by 34 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, 2013 Infiniti FX (321 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1979 Ford LTD. (297 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Infiniti FX should accelerate faster than 1979 Ford LTD. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Infiniti FX weights approximately 153 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 2013 Infiniti FX 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, 2013 Infiniti FX 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 163 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Infiniti FX. (362 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1979 Ford LTD will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Infiniti FX.

Compare all specifications:

1979 Ford LTD 2013 Infiniti FX
Make Ford Infiniti
Model LTD FX
Year Released 1979 2013
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5763 cc 3696 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Horse Power 297 HP 321 HP
Engine RPM 5400 RPM 7000 RPM
Torque 525 Nm 362 Nm
Torque RPM 3400 RPM 5200 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Natural Gas (CNG)
Drive Type Rear AWD
Transmission Type Automatic 6-speed shiftable automatic
Vehicle Weight 1790 kg 1943 kg
Vehicle Length 5370 mm 4859 mm
Vehicle Width 1970 mm 1928 mm
Vehicle Height 1400 mm 1680 mm
Wheelbase Size 3080 mm 2885 mm


 

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