1972 Ford Gran Torino vs. 1984 Toyota Model F
To start off, 1984 Toyota Model F is newer by 12 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 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 81 more horse power than 1984 Toyota Model F. (87 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Ford Gran Torino should accelerate faster than 1984 Toyota Model F. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Ford Gran Torino weights approximately 684 kg more than 1984 Toyota Model F. 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 241 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Toyota Model F. (162 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1972 Ford Gran Torino will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Toyota Model F. 1972 Ford Gran Torino has automatic transmission and 1984 Toyota Model F has manual transmission. 1984 Toyota Model F 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 | 1984 Toyota Model F | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Gran Torino | Model F |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6553 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 87 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 403 Nm | 162 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 101.6 mm | 85 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 2014 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5470 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2240 mm |
