1972 Ford Torino vs. 1990 Lexus LS
To start off, 1990 Lexus LS is newer by 18 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, 1990 Lexus LS (242 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 147 more horse power than 1972 Ford Torino. (95 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Lexus LS should accelerate faster than 1972 Ford Torino. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Lexus LS weights approximately 163 kg more than 1972 Ford Torino. 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, 1990 Lexus LS (350 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Ford Torino. (246 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1990 Lexus LS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Ford Torino. 1990 Lexus LS has automatic transmission and 1972 Ford Torino has manual transmission. 1972 Ford Torino will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1990 Lexus LS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Ford Torino | 1990 Lexus LS | |
| Make | Ford | Lexus |
| Model | Torino | LS |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1990 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4097 cc | 3968 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 95 HP | 242 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 246 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1652 kg | 1815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5280 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2820 mm |
