1972 Ford Torino vs. 1992 Nissan Pintara
To start off, 1992 Nissan Pintara is newer by 20 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 5,752 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Ford Torino is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Ford Torino (162 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1992 Nissan Pintara. (111 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Ford Torino should accelerate faster than 1992 Nissan Pintara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Ford Torino weights approximately 547 kg more than 1992 Nissan Pintara. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1992 Nissan Pintara, 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 (374 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 206 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Nissan Pintara. (168 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1972 Ford Torino will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Nissan Pintara.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Ford Torino | 1992 Nissan Pintara | |
Make | Ford | Nissan |
Model | Torino | Pintara |
Year Released | 1972 | 1992 |
Engine Size | 5752 cc | 1974 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 162 HP | 111 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 374 Nm | 168 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1707 kg | 1160 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2560 mm |