1972 Ford Torino vs. 2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee
To start off, 2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee 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 4,096 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Ford Torino is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee (210 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 1972 Ford Torino. (95 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee should accelerate faster than 1972 Ford Torino.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Ford Torino. (245 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Ford Torino.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Ford Torino | 2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee | |
| Make | Ford | Jeep |
| Model | Torino | Grand Cherokee |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4096 cc | 3704 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 95 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 319 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.5 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.3 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2790 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 87 L | 78 L |
