1972 Ford Torino vs. 1973 Mazda RX-4
To start off, 1973 Mazda RX-4 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Ford Torino. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Ford Torino would be higher. At 4,095 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Ford Torino is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Mazda RX-4 (114 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1972 Ford Torino. (95 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Mazda RX-4 should accelerate faster than 1972 Ford Torino. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Ford Torino weights approximately 727 kg more than 1973 Mazda RX-4.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 Torino (245 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mazda RX-4. (165 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1972 Ford Torino will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mazda RX-4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Ford Torino | 1973 Mazda RX-4 | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | Torino | RX-4 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1973 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4095 cc | 2616 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 95 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1837 kg | 1110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5380 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2520 mm |
