1972 Ford Gran Torino vs. 1990 Ford Mustang
To start off, 1990 Ford Mustang is newer by 18 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, 1990 Ford Mustang (105 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1972 Ford Gran Torino. (97 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1972 Ford Gran Torino. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Ford Gran Torino weights approximately 385 kg more than 1990 Ford Mustang.
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 (245 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Ford Mustang. (183 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1972 Ford Gran Torino will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Ford Mustang.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Ford Gran Torino | 1990 Ford Mustang | |
Make | Ford | Ford |
Model | Gran Torino | Mustang |
Year Released | 1972 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4095 cc | 2301 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 97 HP | 105 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 245 Nm | 183 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1645 kg | 1260 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 4560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2560 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 87 L | 45 L |