1972 Ford Torino vs. 2003 Land Rover Discovery
To start off, 2003 Land Rover Discovery is newer by 31 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, 2003 Land Rover Discovery (181 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1972 Ford Torino. (168 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Land Rover Discovery should accelerate faster than 1972 Ford Torino. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 28 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.
Because 2003 Land Rover Discovery is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 Ford Torino. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Land Rover Discovery will offer significantly more control. 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 @ 2200 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Land Rover Discovery. (340 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1972 Ford Torino will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Land Rover Discovery.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Ford Torino | 2003 Land Rover Discovery | |
| Make | Ford | Land Rover |
| Model | Torino | Discovery |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6555 cc | 3950 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 181 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 403 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1992 kg | 2020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5380 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2550 mm |
