1972 Ford Torino vs. 1984 Ford Sierra
To start off, 1984 Ford Sierra is newer by 12 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 4,096 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Ford Torino is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Ford Torino (95 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1984 Ford Sierra. (59 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Ford Torino should accelerate faster than 1984 Ford Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Ford Torino weights approximately 639 kg more than 1984 Ford Sierra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 147 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Ford Sierra. (98 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 1972 Ford Torino will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Ford Sierra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Ford Torino | 1984 Ford Sierra | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Torino | Sierra |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4096 cc | 1294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 95 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.5 mm | 79.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.3 mm | 66 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1609 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 87 L | 60 L |
