1972 Ford Gran Torino vs. 1972 Mitsubishi Jeep
To start off, both 1972 Ford Gran Torino and 1972 Mitsubishi Jeep were released in the same year (1972). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 104 more horse power than 1972 Mitsubishi Jeep. (64 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Ford Gran Torino should accelerate faster than 1972 Mitsubishi Jeep. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Ford Gran Torino weights approximately 494 kg more than 1972 Mitsubishi Jeep. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1972 Mitsubishi Jeep is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 Ford Gran Torino. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1972 Mitsubishi Jeep will offer significantly more control. 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 241 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mitsubishi Jeep. (162 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1972 Ford Gran Torino will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mitsubishi Jeep. 1972 Ford Gran Torino has automatic transmission and 1972 Mitsubishi Jeep has manual transmission. 1972 Mitsubishi Jeep will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1972 Ford Gran Torino will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Ford Gran Torino | 1972 Mitsubishi Jeep | |
| Make | Ford | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Gran Torino | Jeep |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6553 cc | 2199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 403 Nm | 162 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 2014 kg | 1520 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5470 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2650 mm |
