1972 Ford Torino vs. 1985 Jeep Cherokee
To start off, 1985 Jeep Cherokee is newer by 13 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, 1985 Jeep Cherokee (114 HP @ 3900 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1972 Ford Torino. (95 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Jeep Cherokee should accelerate faster than 1972 Ford Torino. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Ford Torino weights approximately 272 kg more than 1985 Jeep Cherokee.
Because 1985 Jeep Cherokee is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 Ford Torino. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 Jeep Cherokee 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, 1985 Jeep Cherokee (278 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Ford Torino. (245 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1985 Jeep Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Ford Torino.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Ford Torino | 1985 Jeep Cherokee | |
| Make | Ford | Jeep |
| Model | Torino | Cherokee |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1985 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4095 cc | 2499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 95 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 278 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1837 kg | 1565 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5380 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2580 mm |
