1972 Ford Torino vs. 2000 Mazda Protege
To start off, 2000 Mazda Protege 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 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 68 more horse power than 2000 Mazda Protege. (100 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Ford Torino should accelerate faster than 2000 Mazda Protege. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Ford Torino weights approximately 207 kg more than 2000 Mazda Protege. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1972 Ford Torino is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1972 Ford Torino. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Mazda Protege, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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) has 239 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Mazda Protege. (164 Nm). This means 1972 Ford Torino will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Mazda Protege.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Ford Torino | 2000 Mazda Protege | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | Torino | Protege |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6555 cc | 1839 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 403 Nm | 164 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.7 mm | 83.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 101.6 mm | 85.1 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1992 kg | 1785 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5380 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2680 mm |
