1991 Ford Fairlane vs. 1979 Ford LTD
To start off, 1991 Ford Fairlane is newer by 12 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, 1991 Ford Fairlane (161 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1979 Ford LTD. (129 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Ford Fairlane should accelerate faster than 1979 Ford LTD. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Ford Fairlane weights approximately 36 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.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1991 Ford Fairlane (311 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Ford LTD. (302 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1991 Ford Fairlane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Ford LTD.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Ford Fairlane | 1979 Ford LTD | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Fairlane | LTD |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3949 cc | 4942 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 311 Nm | 302 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1596 kg | 1560 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 5320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 2910 mm |
