1972 Ford Torino vs. 2007 Nissan Commercial
To start off, 2007 Nissan Commercial is newer by 35 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 4,097 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Ford Torino is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Ford Torino (95 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2007 Nissan Commercial. (94 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Ford Torino should accelerate faster than 2007 Nissan Commercial. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Ford Torino weights approximately 47 kg more than 2007 Nissan Commercial. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1972 Ford Torino is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1972 Ford Torino. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Commercial, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 (246 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Nissan Commercial. (210 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1972 Ford Torino will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Nissan Commercial.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Ford Torino | 2007 Nissan Commercial | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Torino | Commercial |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4097 cc | 3153 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 95 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 246 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1652 kg | 1605 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5280 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 2090 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 87 L | 65 L |
