1972 Ford Torino vs. 1995 Nissan Pulsar
To start off, 1995 Nissan Pulsar 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 4,097 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Ford Torino is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Nissan Pulsar (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1972 Ford Torino. (95 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Nissan Pulsar should accelerate faster than 1972 Ford Torino. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Ford Torino weights approximately 572 kg more than 1995 Nissan Pulsar.
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, 1995 Nissan Pulsar, 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 (246 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Nissan Pulsar. (148 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1972 Ford Torino will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Nissan Pulsar.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Ford Torino | 1995 Nissan Pulsar | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Torino | Pulsar |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4097 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 95 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 246 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1652 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5280 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2440 mm |
