1972 Ford Gran Torino vs. 2007 Honda Civic
To start off, 2007 Honda Civic is newer by 35 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, 2007 Honda Civic (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1972 Ford Gran Torino. (97 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda Civic 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 223 kg more than 2007 Honda Civic.
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, 2007 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, 2007 Honda Civic (341 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Ford Gran Torino. (245 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2007 Honda Civic 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 | 2007 Honda Civic | |
Make | Ford | Honda |
Model | Gran Torino | Civic |
Year Released | 1972 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4095 cc | 2204 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 97 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 245 Nm | 341 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1645 kg | 1422 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 4250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 87 L | 50 L |