1972 Ford Gran Torino vs. 2005 Toyota Sparky
To start off, 2005 Toyota Sparky 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 (95 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Sparky. (86 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Ford Gran Torino should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Sparky. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Ford Gran Torino weights approximately 611 kg more than 2005 Toyota Sparky. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Toyota Sparky is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 Ford Gran Torino. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Sparky will offer significantly more control. 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 Toyota Sparky. (130 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1972 Ford Gran Torino will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Sparky.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Ford Gran Torino | 2005 Toyota Sparky | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Gran Torino | Sparky |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4095 cc | 1364 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 95 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 130 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.6 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.3 mm | 79.7 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1681 kg | 1070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5370 mm | 3770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1520 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1900 mm |
