1972 Ford Gran Torino vs. 2013 Nissan Versa
To start off, 2013 Nissan Versa is newer by 41 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, 2013 Nissan Versa (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1972 Ford Gran Torino. (97 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Nissan Versa 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 565 kg more than 2013 Nissan Versa.
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, 2013 Nissan Versa, 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 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Nissan Versa. (145 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1972 Ford Gran Torino will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Nissan Versa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Ford Gran Torino | 2013 Nissan Versa | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Gran Torino | Versa |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4095 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 97 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1645 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 4455 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1695 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1514 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 87 L | 41 L |
