1979 Ford LTD vs. 2013 Infiniti JX
To start off, 2013 Infiniti JX 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 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Ford LTD is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Infiniti JX (261 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 128 more horse power than 1979 Ford LTD. (133 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Infiniti JX should accelerate faster than 1979 Ford LTD. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Infiniti JX weights approximately 323 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 JX 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 JX 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, 2013 Infiniti JX (336 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Ford LTD. (332 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2013 Infiniti JX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Ford LTD.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Ford LTD | 2013 Infiniti JX | |
| Make | Ford | Infiniti |
| Model | LTD | JX |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 133 HP | 261 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 332 Nm | 336 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 81 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1686 kg | 2009 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5520 mm | 4989 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1961 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1722 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2901 mm |
