1972 Ford Torino vs. 2005 Mazda B2300
To start off, 2005 Mazda B2300 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 4,092 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Ford Torino is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mazda B2300 (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1972 Ford Torino. (96 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mazda B2300 should accelerate faster than 1972 Ford Torino. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Ford Torino weights approximately 292 kg more than 2005 Mazda B2300.
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, 1972 Ford Torino (250 Nm) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mazda B2300. (209 Nm). This means 1972 Ford Torino will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mazda B2300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Ford Torino | 2005 Mazda B2300 | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | Torino | B2300 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4092 cc | 2262 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 96 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 209 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.5 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.3 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1650 kg | 1358 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5470 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2840 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 87 L | 62 L |
