1972 Ford Torino vs. 2002 Vauxhall Vectra
To start off, 2002 Vauxhall Vectra is newer by 30 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, 2002 Vauxhall Vectra (123 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1972 Ford Torino. (96 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Vauxhall Vectra should accelerate faster than 1972 Ford Torino. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Ford Torino weights approximately 198 kg more than 2002 Vauxhall Vectra.
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, 2002 Vauxhall Vectra, 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, 2002 Vauxhall Vectra (280 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Ford Torino. (250 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2002 Vauxhall Vectra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Ford Torino.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Ford Torino | 2002 Vauxhall Vectra | |
| Make | Ford | Vauxhall |
| Model | Torino | Vectra |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4092 cc | 2172 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 96 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1650 kg | 1452 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5470 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2710 mm |
