1972 Ford Torino vs. 1999 Ford Econoline
To start off, 1999 Ford Econoline is newer by 27 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 6,801 cc (10 cylinders), 1999 Ford Econoline is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Ford Econoline (302 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 207 more horse power than 1972 Ford Torino. (95 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Ford Econoline should accelerate faster than 1972 Ford Torino. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Ford Econoline weights approximately 763 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.
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, 1999 Ford Econoline (569 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 323 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Ford Torino. (246 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1999 Ford Econoline will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Ford Torino.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Ford Torino | 1999 Ford Econoline | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Torino | Econoline |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4097 cc | 6801 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 95 HP | 302 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 246 Nm | 569 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.5 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.3 mm | 106 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1652 kg | 2415 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5280 mm | 5390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 2060 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 3510 mm |
