1972 Ford Gran Torino vs. 1971 Toyota Corolla
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 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 6,553 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Ford Gran Torino is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Ford Gran Torino (168 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 1971 Toyota Corolla. (62 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Ford Gran Torino should accelerate faster than 1971 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Ford Gran Torino weights approximately 1234 kg more than 1971 Toyota Corolla. 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, 1972 Ford Gran Torino (403 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 308 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Toyota Corolla. (95 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1972 Ford Gran Torino will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Ford Gran Torino | 1971 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Gran Torino | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6553 cc | 1166 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 403 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 101.6 mm | 66 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2014 kg | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5470 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2290 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 46 L |
