1972 Ford Gran Torino vs. 1974 Honda 145
To start off, 1974 Honda 145 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Ford Gran Torino. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Ford Gran Torino would be higher. At 4,095 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Ford Gran Torino is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Ford Gran Torino (95 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1974 Honda 145. (68 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Ford Gran Torino should accelerate faster than 1974 Honda 145. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Ford Gran Torino weights approximately 757 kg more than 1974 Honda 145. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1972 Ford Gran Torino 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 Gran Torino. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1974 Honda 145, 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 Gran Torino (245 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Honda 145. (118 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1972 Ford Gran Torino will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Honda 145.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Ford Gran Torino | 1974 Honda 145 | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | Gran Torino | 145 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4095 cc | 1433 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 95 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1681 kg | 924 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5370 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2260 mm |
