1972 Ford Custom vs. 2013 GMC Terrain
To start off, 2013 GMC Terrain is newer by 41 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, 2013 GMC Terrain (180 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1972 Ford Custom. (140 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 GMC Terrain should accelerate faster than 1972 Ford Custom. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Ford Custom weights approximately 5 kg more than 2013 GMC Terrain.
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, 2013 GMC Terrain, 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 92 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 GMC Terrain. (233 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 1972 Ford Custom will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 GMC Terrain.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Ford Custom | 2013 GMC Terrain | |
| Make | Ford | GMC |
| Model | Custom | Terrain |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 180 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6700 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 233 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 98 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1769 kg | 1764 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5550 mm | 4707 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2857 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 71 L |
