1972 Ford Torino vs. 2005 Honda Logo
To start off, 2005 Honda Logo 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, 1972 Ford Torino (168 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 2005 Honda Logo. (64 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Ford Torino should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda Logo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Ford Torino weights approximately 1052 kg more than 2005 Honda Logo. 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, 2005 Honda Logo, 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 (403 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 294 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda Logo. (109 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1972 Ford Torino will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda Logo. 1972 Ford Torino has automatic transmission and 2005 Honda Logo has manual transmission. 2005 Honda Logo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1972 Ford Torino will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Ford Torino | 2005 Honda Logo | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | Torino | Logo |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6555 cc | 1343 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 403 Nm | 109 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1992 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5380 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2370 mm |
