1972 Ford Gran Torino vs. 2013 Toyota Venza
To start off, 2013 Toyota Venza 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 4,097 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Ford Gran Torino is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Toyota Venza (264 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 169 more horse power than 1972 Ford Gran Torino. (95 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Venza 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 23 kg more than 2013 Toyota Venza.
Because 2013 Toyota Venza is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 Ford Gran Torino. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Venza will offer significantly more control. 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, 2013 Toyota Venza (334 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Ford Gran Torino. (245 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2013 Toyota Venza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Ford Gran Torino. 2013 Toyota Venza has automatic transmission and 1972 Ford Gran Torino has manual transmission. 1972 Ford Gran Torino will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Toyota Venza will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Ford Gran Torino | 2013 Toyota Venza | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Gran Torino | Venza |
Year Released | 1972 | 2013 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4097 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 95 HP | 264 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 245 Nm | 334 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93.5 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99.3 mm | 83 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1858 kg | 1835 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5470 mm | 4800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1905 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2775 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 67 L |