1972 Ford Gran Torino vs. 2001 Honda Accord
To start off, 2001 Honda Accord is newer by 29 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, 2001 Honda Accord (145 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1972 Ford Gran Torino. (97 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Honda Accord 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 335 kg more than 2001 Honda Accord.
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, 2001 Honda Accord, 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 56 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Honda Accord. (189 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1972 Ford Gran Torino will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Ford Gran Torino | 2001 Honda Accord | |
Make | Ford | Honda |
Model | Gran Torino | Accord |
Year Released | 1972 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4095 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 97 HP | 145 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 245 Nm | 189 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1645 kg | 1310 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 87 L | 60 L |