1972 Ford Torino vs. 1988 Pontiac Grand Am
To start off, 1988 Pontiac Grand Am is newer by 16 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, 1988 Pontiac Grand Am (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1972 Ford Torino. (95 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Pontiac Grand Am should accelerate faster than 1972 Ford Torino. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Ford Torino weights approximately 417 kg more than 1988 Pontiac Grand Am.
Because 1972 Ford Torino is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1972 Ford Torino. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Pontiac Grand Am, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 (246 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Pontiac Grand Am. (237 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1972 Ford Torino will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Pontiac Grand Am.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Ford Torino | 1988 Pontiac Grand Am | |
Make | Ford | Pontiac |
Model | Torino | Grand Am |
Year Released | 1972 | 1988 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4097 cc | 1996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 95 HP | 163 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 246 Nm | 237 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93.5 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99.3 mm | 86 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1652 kg | 1235 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5280 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 87 L | 69 L |