1972 Ford Torino vs. 1978 Toyota Celica
To start off, 1978 Toyota Celica is newer by 6 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 4,097 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Ford Torino is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Toyota Celica (118 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1972 Ford Torino. (95 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Toyota Celica should accelerate faster than 1972 Ford Torino. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Ford Torino weights approximately 472 kg more than 1978 Toyota Celica.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 Ford Torino (246 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Toyota Celica. (215 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1972 Ford Torino will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Ford Torino | 1978 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Torino | Celica |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4097 cc | 2563 cc |
| Horse Power | 95 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 246 Nm | 215 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1652 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5280 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2640 mm |
