1972 Ford Torino vs. 1996 Honda Step Wagon
To start off, 1996 Honda Step Wagon is newer by 24 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 6,555 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Ford Torino is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Ford Torino (168 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1996 Honda Step Wagon. (123 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Ford Torino should accelerate faster than 1996 Honda Step Wagon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Ford Torino weights approximately 542 kg more than 1996 Honda Step Wagon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 Honda Step Wagon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 Ford Torino. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Honda Step Wagon will offer significantly more control. 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 (403 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 218 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Honda Step Wagon. (185 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1972 Ford Torino will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Honda Step Wagon.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Ford Torino | 1996 Honda Step Wagon | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | Torino | Step Wagon |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6555 cc | 1972 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 403 Nm | 185 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.7 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 101.6 mm | 88 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1992 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5380 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2810 mm |
