1972 Ford Gran Torino vs. 1996 Mazda 626
To start off, 1996 Mazda 626 is newer by 24 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 5,751 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Ford Gran Torino is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Ford Gran Torino (161 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1996 Mazda 626. (89 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Ford Gran Torino should accelerate faster than 1996 Mazda 626. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Ford Gran Torino weights approximately 537 kg more than 1996 Mazda 626. 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 (374 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 224 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Mazda 626. (150 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1972 Ford Gran Torino will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Mazda 626.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Ford Gran Torino | 1996 Mazda 626 | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | Gran Torino | 626 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5751 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 374 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1742 kg | 1205 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2620 mm |
