1972 Ford Gran Torino vs. 2009 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2009 Toyota Corolla is newer by 37 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, 2009 Toyota Corolla (132 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1972 Ford Gran Torino. (95 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Toyota Corolla 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 528 kg more than 2009 Toyota Corolla.
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, 2009 Toyota Corolla, 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 71 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Toyota Corolla. (174 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1972 Ford Gran Torino will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Ford Gran Torino | 2009 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Gran Torino | Corolla |
Year Released | 1972 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4097 cc | 1798 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 95 HP | 132 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 245 Nm | 174 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1858 kg | 1330 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5470 mm | 4550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 50 L |