1972 Ford Torino vs. 2002 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2002 Volkswagen Golf 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 4,097 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Ford Torino is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Volkswagen Golf (113 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1972 Ford Torino. (95 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 1972 Ford Torino. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Ford Torino weights approximately 547 kg more than 2002 Volkswagen Golf.
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 Volkswagen Golf, 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 (246 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Volkswagen Golf. (172 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1972 Ford Torino will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Volkswagen Golf.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Ford Torino | 2002 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
| Model | Torino | Golf |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4097 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 95 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 246 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1652 kg | 1105 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5280 mm | 4148 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1735 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2512 mm |
