1972 Ford Torino vs. 2005 Nissan Patrol
To start off, 2005 Nissan Patrol 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 4,095 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Ford Torino is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Patrol (100 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1972 Ford Torino. (95 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Patrol should accelerate faster than 1972 Ford Torino. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 3 kg more than 1972 Ford Torino. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Nissan Patrol 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 Nissan Patrol 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 (245 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Nissan Patrol. (221 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1972 Ford Torino will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Nissan Patrol.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Ford Torino | 2005 Nissan Patrol | |
Make | Ford | Nissan |
Model | Torino | Patrol |
Year Released | 1972 | 2005 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4095 cc | 2662 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 95 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 245 Nm | 221 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1837 kg | 1840 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5380 mm | 4110 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2360 mm |