1972 Ford Torino vs. 2006 Mazda B2300
To start off, 2006 Mazda B2300 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 4,096 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Ford Torino is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mazda B2300 (143 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1972 Ford Torino. (95 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 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 251 kg more than 2006 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 (245 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mazda B2300. (209 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1972 Ford Torino will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mazda B2300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Ford Torino | 2006 Mazda B2300 | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | Torino | B2300 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4096 cc | 2260 cc |
| Horse Power | 95 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 209 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1609 kg | 1358 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2840 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 87 L | 62 L |
