1972 Ford Gran Torino vs. 2009 Toyota Sienna
To start off, 2009 Toyota Sienna 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 6,553 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Ford Gran Torino is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Toyota Sienna (261 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 1972 Ford Gran Torino. (168 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Toyota Sienna 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 684 kg more than 2009 Toyota Sienna.
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 Sienna, 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 (403 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 157 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Toyota Sienna. (246 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 1972 Ford Gran Torino will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Toyota Sienna.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Ford Gran Torino | 2009 Toyota Sienna | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Gran Torino | Sienna |
Year Released | 1972 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6553 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 168 HP | 261 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 403 Nm | 246 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2014 kg | 1330 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5470 mm | 5110 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1970 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 3040 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 76 L |