1972 Ford Gran Torino vs. 1971 Mazda 110 S
To start off, 1972 Ford Gran Torino is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Mazda 110 S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Mazda 110 S would be higher. At 4,097 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Ford Gran Torino is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Mazda 110 S (108 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1972 Ford Gran Torino. (95 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Mazda 110 S should accelerate faster than 1972 Ford Gran Torino. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Ford Gran Torino weights approximately 898 kg more than 1971 Mazda 110 S.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 Ford Gran Torino (245 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Mazda 110 S. (142 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1972 Ford Gran Torino will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Mazda 110 S.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Ford Gran Torino | 1971 Mazda 110 S | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | Gran Torino | 110 S |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4097 cc | 1964 cc |
| Horse Power | 95 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1858 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5470 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1180 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2360 mm |
