1972 Ford Torino vs. 2005 Nissan Titan
To start off, 2005 Nissan Titan 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 5,752 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Ford Torino is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Titan (305 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 143 more horse power than 1972 Ford Torino. (162 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Titan should accelerate faster than 1972 Ford Torino. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Titan weights approximately 501 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Nissan Titan (514 Nm) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Ford Torino. (374 Nm). This means 2005 Nissan Titan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Ford Torino.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Ford Torino | 2005 Nissan Titan | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Torino | Titan |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5752 cc | 5556 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 162 HP | 305 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 374 Nm | 514 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 98 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.8 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1707 kg | 2208 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 5700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 3560 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 87 L | 106 L |
