1972 Ford Torino vs. 1998 Nissan Pickup
To start off, 1998 Nissan Pickup is newer by 26 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 4,092 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Ford Torino is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Nissan Pickup (104 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1972 Ford Torino. (96 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Nissan Pickup should accelerate faster than 1972 Ford Torino. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Nissan Pickup weights approximately 120 kg more than 1972 Ford Torino. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Nissan Pickup 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, 1998 Nissan Pickup 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 (250 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Nissan Pickup. (245 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1972 Ford Torino will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Nissan Pickup.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Ford Torino | 1998 Nissan Pickup | |
Make | Ford | Nissan |
Model | Torino | Pickup |
Year Released | 1972 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4092 cc | 2494 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 96 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 250 Nm | 245 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93.5 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99.3 mm | 100 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1650 kg | 1770 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5470 mm | 4990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2960 mm |