1972 Ford Custom vs. 2012 Volkswagen Jetta
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Jetta is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Ford Custom. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Ford Custom would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Ford Custom is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Volkswagen Jetta (170 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1972 Ford Custom. (140 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen Jetta should accelerate faster than 1972 Ford Custom. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Ford Custom weights approximately 369 kg more than 2012 Volkswagen Jetta.
Because 1972 Ford Custom is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1972 Ford Custom. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen Jetta, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1972 Ford Custom (325 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Volkswagen Jetta. (240 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1972 Ford Custom will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Volkswagen Jetta.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Ford Custom | 2012 Volkswagen Jetta | |
Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
Model | Custom | Jetta |
Year Released | 1972 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4942 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 140 HP | 170 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 325 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1769 kg | 1400 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5550 mm | 4557 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1781 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1504 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2578 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 55 L |