1972 Ford Torino vs. 1997 Mazda MPV
To start off, 1997 Mazda MPV is newer by 25 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 16 more horse power than 1997 Mazda MPV. (146 HP @ 4700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Ford Torino should accelerate faster than 1997 Mazda MPV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Mazda MPV weights approximately 15 kg more than 1972 Ford Torino.
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, 1972 Ford Torino (374 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 146 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Mazda MPV. (228 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1972 Ford Torino will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Mazda MPV.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Ford Torino | 1997 Mazda MPV | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | Torino | MPV |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5752 cc | 2954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 162 HP | 146 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Torque | 374 Nm | 228 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1707 kg | 1722 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2850 mm |
