1972 Ford Torino vs. 2000 Ford Mustang
To start off, 2000 Ford Mustang is newer by 28 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 5,409 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ford Mustang (385 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 290 more horse power than 1972 Ford Torino. (95 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1972 Ford Torino. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ford Mustang weights approximately 19 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, 2000 Ford Mustang (522 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 277 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Ford Torino. (245 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2000 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Ford Torino.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Ford Torino | 2000 Ford Mustang | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Torino | Mustang |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4096 cc | 5409 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 95 HP | 385 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 522 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.5 mm | 90.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.3 mm | 105.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1609 kg | 1628 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 87 L | 75 L |
