1972 Ford Gran Torino vs. 2002 Honda Vamos
To start off, 2002 Honda Vamos is newer by 30 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 122 more horse power than 2002 Honda Vamos. (46 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Ford Gran Torino should accelerate faster than 2002 Honda Vamos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Ford Gran Torino weights approximately 1054 kg more than 2002 Honda Vamos. 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) has 254 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda Vamos. (149 Nm). This means 1972 Ford Gran Torino will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda Vamos.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Ford Gran Torino | 2002 Honda Vamos | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | Gran Torino | Vamos |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6553 cc | 656 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 46 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 403 Nm | 149 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2014 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5470 mm | 3410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 73 L |
