1972 Ford Torino vs. 1986 Holden Commodore
To start off, 1986 Holden Commodore is newer by 14 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 6,555 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Ford Torino is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Holden Commodore (201 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1972 Ford Torino. (168 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Holden Commodore should accelerate faster than 1972 Ford Torino. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Ford Torino weights approximately 757 kg more than 1986 Holden Commodore.
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 (403 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Holden Commodore. (296 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1972 Ford Torino will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Holden Commodore. 1972 Ford Torino has automatic transmission and 1986 Holden Commodore has manual transmission. 1986 Holden Commodore will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1972 Ford Torino will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Ford Torino | 1986 Holden Commodore | |
| Make | Ford | Holden |
| Model | Torino | Commodore |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1986 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6555 cc | 2962 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 403 Nm | 296 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1992 kg | 1235 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5380 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2670 mm |
