1972 Ford Gran Torino vs. 2012 Toyota iQ
To start off, 2012 Toyota iQ is newer by 40 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, 1972 Ford Gran Torino (95 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2012 Toyota iQ. (89 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Ford Gran Torino should accelerate faster than 2012 Toyota iQ. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Ford Gran Torino weights approximately 998 kg more than 2012 Toyota iQ. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2012 Toyota iQ, 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 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Toyota iQ. (190 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1972 Ford Gran Torino will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Toyota iQ.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Ford Gran Torino | 2012 Toyota iQ | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Gran Torino | iQ |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4097 cc | 1364 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 95 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1858 kg | 860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5470 mm | 3051 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2000 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 32 L |
