1972 Ford Torino vs. 2000 Nissan Almera
To start off, 2000 Nissan Almera 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 4,092 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Ford Torino is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Nissan Almera (108 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1972 Ford Torino. (96 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Nissan Almera should accelerate faster than 1972 Ford Torino. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Ford Torino weights approximately 280 kg more than 2000 Nissan Almera.
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 Nissan Almera, 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 (250 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Nissan Almera. (163 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1972 Ford Torino will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Nissan Almera.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Ford Torino | 2000 Nissan Almera | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Torino | Almera |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4092 cc | 1770 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 96 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 163 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1650 kg | 1370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5470 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2540 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 87 L | 60 L |
