1972 Ford Torino vs. 1990 Venturi Cabriolet
To start off, 1990 Venturi Cabriolet 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 Venturi Cabriolet (197 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 1972 Ford Torino. (95 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Venturi Cabriolet should accelerate faster than 1972 Ford Torino. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Ford Torino weights approximately 314 kg more than 1990 Venturi Cabriolet.
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 Venturi Cabriolet (296 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Ford Torino. (245 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1990 Venturi Cabriolet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Ford Torino.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Ford Torino | 1990 Venturi Cabriolet | |
Make | Ford | Venturi |
Model | Torino | Cabriolet |
Year Released | 1972 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4096 cc | 2458 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 95 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 245 Nm | 296 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1609 kg | 1295 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 4100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1180 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2410 mm |