1972 Ford Gran Torino vs. 2005 Honda Civic
To start off, 2005 Honda Civic is newer by 33 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, 1972 Ford Gran Torino (97 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2005 Honda Civic. (89 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Ford Gran Torino should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Ford Gran Torino weights approximately 478 kg more than 2005 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2005 Honda Civic, 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 115 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda Civic. (130 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1972 Ford Gran Torino will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Ford Gran Torino | 2005 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | Gran Torino | Civic |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4095 cc | 1335 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 97 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 130 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1645 kg | 1167 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 87 L | 50 L |
