1972 Ford Torino vs. 2005 Audi Allroad
To start off, 2005 Audi Allroad is newer by 33 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, 2005 Audi Allroad (178 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1972 Ford Torino. (168 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi Allroad should accelerate faster than 1972 Ford Torino. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Ford Torino weights approximately 82 kg more than 2005 Audi Allroad.
Because 2005 Audi Allroad 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, 2005 Audi Allroad 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 33 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Audi Allroad. (370 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 1972 Ford Torino will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Audi Allroad.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Ford Torino | 2005 Audi Allroad | |
| Make | Ford | Audi |
| Model | Torino | Allroad |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6555 cc | 2495 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 178 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 403 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.7 mm | 78.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 101.6 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.4:1 | 19.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1992 kg | 1910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5380 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 70 L |
