1972 Ford Gran Torino vs. 2004 Toyota Tundra
To start off, 2004 Toyota Tundra is newer by 32 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 4,097 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Ford Gran Torino is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Toyota Tundra (190 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1972 Ford Gran Torino. (95 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Toyota Tundra 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 78 kg more than 2004 Toyota Tundra.
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, 2004 Toyota Tundra (298 Nm) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Ford Gran Torino. (245 Nm). This means 2004 Toyota Tundra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Ford Gran Torino.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Ford Gran Torino | 2004 Toyota Tundra | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Gran Torino | Tundra |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4097 cc | 3376 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 95 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.5 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.3 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1858 kg | 1780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5470 mm | 5530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 3270 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 100 L |
