1972 Ford Torino vs. 2006 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2006 Toyota Land Cruiser 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 Toyota Land Cruiser (240 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1972 Ford Torino. (168 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1972 Ford Torino. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Ford Torino weights approximately 311 kg more than 2006 Toyota Land Cruiser.
Because 2006 Toyota Land Cruiser 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 Toyota Land Cruiser 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 (403 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Toyota Land Cruiser. (376 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1972 Ford Torino will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Toyota Land Cruiser.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Ford Torino | 2006 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Torino | Land Cruiser |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6555 cc | 3954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 403 Nm | 376 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.7 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 101.6 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.4:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1992 kg | 1681 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5380 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 180 L |
