1972 Ford Gran Torino vs. 1976 Volkswagen SP2
To start off, 1976 Volkswagen SP2 is newer by 4 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 4,097 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 20 more horse power than 1976 Volkswagen SP2. (75 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Ford Gran Torino should accelerate faster than 1976 Volkswagen SP2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Ford Gran Torino weights approximately 968 kg more than 1976 Volkswagen SP2. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 Ford Gran Torino (245 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 124 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Volkswagen SP2. (121 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1972 Ford Gran Torino will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Volkswagen SP2.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Ford Gran Torino | 1976 Volkswagen SP2 | |
| Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
| Model | Gran Torino | SP2 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4097 cc | 1679 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 95 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 121 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1858 kg | 890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5470 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1160 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2410 mm |
