1972 Ford Torino vs. 2007 Nissan Frontier
To start off, 2007 Nissan Frontier 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 6,555 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Ford Torino is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan Frontier (261 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 1972 Ford Torino. (168 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Frontier should accelerate faster than 1972 Ford Torino. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Ford Torino weights approximately 452 kg more than 2007 Nissan Frontier.
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 (403 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Nissan Frontier. (382 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1972 Ford Torino will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Nissan Frontier. 1972 Ford Torino has automatic transmission and 2007 Nissan Frontier has manual transmission. 2007 Nissan Frontier will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1972 Ford Torino will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Ford Torino | 2007 Nissan Frontier | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Torino | Frontier |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6555 cc | 3954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 261 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 403 Nm | 382 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.7 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 101.6 mm | 92 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1992 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5380 mm | 5230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 3200 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 80 L |
