1972 Ford Torino vs. 2004 Honda Civic
To start off, 2004 Honda Civic 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 4,097 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Ford Torino is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Ford Torino (95 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2004 Honda Civic. (82 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Ford Torino should accelerate faster than 2004 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Ford Torino weights approximately 382 kg more than 2004 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Honda Civic, 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 94 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Honda Civic. (152 Nm @ 1000 RPM). This means 1972 Ford Torino will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Ford Torino | 2004 Honda Civic | |
Make | Ford | Honda |
Model | Torino | Civic |
Year Released | 1972 | 2004 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4097 cc | 1339 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 95 HP | 82 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 246 Nm | 152 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 1000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93.5 mm | 73 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99.3 mm | 80 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1652 kg | 1270 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5280 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 87 L | 50 L |