1972 Ford Torino vs. 1990 Mitsubishi Magna
To start off, 1990 Mitsubishi Magna 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 4,096 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Ford Torino is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Mitsubishi Magna (114 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1972 Ford Torino. (95 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Mitsubishi Magna should accelerate faster than 1972 Ford Torino. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Ford Torino weights approximately 274 kg more than 1990 Mitsubishi Magna.
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, 1990 Mitsubishi Magna, 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 (245 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Mitsubishi Magna. (198 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1972 Ford Torino will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Mitsubishi Magna. 1990 Mitsubishi Magna 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 Mitsubishi Magna will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Ford Torino | 1990 Mitsubishi Magna | |
| Make | Ford | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Torino | Magna |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4096 cc | 2555 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 95 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 198 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1609 kg | 1335 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2730 mm |
