1972 Ford Torino vs. 2006 Land Rover LR3
To start off, 2006 Land Rover LR3 is newer by 34 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, 2006 Land Rover LR3 (300 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 1972 Ford Torino. (168 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Land Rover LR3 should accelerate faster than 1972 Ford Torino. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Land Rover LR3 weights approximately 469 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 2006 Land Rover LR3 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, 2006 Land Rover LR3 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, 2006 Land Rover LR3 (427 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Ford Torino. (403 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2006 Land Rover LR3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Ford Torino.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Ford Torino | 2006 Land Rover LR3 | |
| Make | Ford | Land Rover |
| Model | Torino | LR3 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6555 cc | 4392 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 403 Nm | 427 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.7 mm | 92.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 101.6 mm | 83 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1992 kg | 2461 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5380 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2890 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 86 L |
