1972 Ford Gran Torino vs. 2006 Toyota MR2
To start off, 2006 Toyota MR2 is newer by 34 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 5,751 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Ford Gran Torino is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Ford Gran Torino (161 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2006 Toyota MR2. (140 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Ford Gran Torino should accelerate faster than 2006 Toyota MR2.
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 (374 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 143 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Toyota MR2. (231 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1972 Ford Gran Torino will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Toyota MR2. 1972 Ford Gran Torino has automatic transmission and 2006 Toyota MR2 has manual transmission. 2006 Toyota MR2 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1972 Ford Gran Torino will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Ford Gran Torino | 2006 Toyota MR2 | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Gran Torino | MR2 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5751 cc | 1799 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 374 Nm | 231 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 87 L | 60 L |
