1972 Ford Torino vs. 2004 Holden Vectra
To start off, 2004 Holden Vectra is newer by 32 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 4,096 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Ford Torino is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Holden Vectra (146 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1972 Ford Torino. (95 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Holden 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 79 kg more than 2004 Holden 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, 2004 Holden 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, 1972 Ford Torino (245 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Holden Vectra. (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1972 Ford Torino will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Holden Vectra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Ford Torino | 2004 Holden Vectra | |
| Make | Ford | Holden |
| Model | Torino | Vectra |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4096 cc | 2198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 95 HP | 146 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 203 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1609 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2710 mm |
