1972 Ford Gran Torino vs. 1995 Plymouth Voyager
To start off, 1995 Plymouth Voyager is newer by 23 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, 1995 Plymouth Voyager (100 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1972 Ford Gran Torino. (95 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Plymouth Voyager 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 276 kg more than 1995 Plymouth Voyager.
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, 1995 Plymouth Voyager, 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 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Plymouth Voyager. (183 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1972 Ford Gran Torino will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Plymouth Voyager.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Ford Gran Torino | 1995 Plymouth Voyager | |
Make | Ford | Plymouth |
Model | Gran Torino | Voyager |
Year Released | 1972 | 1995 |
Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4095 cc | 2501 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 95 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 245 Nm | 183 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1681 kg | 1405 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5370 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1650 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2860 mm |