1972 Ford Torino vs. 1995 Ford Mustang
To start off, 1995 Ford Mustang is newer by 23 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 4,095 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Ford Torino is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Ford Mustang (143 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1972 Ford Torino. (95 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1972 Ford Torino. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Ford Torino weights approximately 447 kg more than 1995 Ford Mustang.
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, 1995 Ford Mustang (298 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Ford Torino. (245 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1995 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Ford Torino.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Ford Torino | 1995 Ford Mustang | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Torino | Mustang |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4095 cc | 3797 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 95 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1837 kg | 1390 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5380 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2580 mm |
