1972 Ford Torino vs. 2008 Toyota Corolla

To start off, 2008 Toyota Corolla is newer by 36 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, 2008 Toyota Corolla (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1972 Ford Torino. (95 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1972 Ford Torino. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Ford Torino weights approximately 458 kg more than 2008 Toyota Corolla.

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, 2008 Toyota Corolla, 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 96 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Toyota Corolla. (150 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1972 Ford Torino will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Toyota Corolla.

Compare all specifications:

1972 Ford Torino 2008 Toyota Corolla
Make Ford Toyota
Model Torino Corolla
Year Released 1972 2008
Body Type Sedan Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4097 cc 1598 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 95 HP 108 HP
Engine RPM 3600 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 246 Nm 150 Nm
Torque RPM 1600 RPM 4800 RPM
Engine Bore Size 93.5 mm 79 mm
Engine Stroke Size 99.3 mm 81.5 mm
Drive Type Rear Front
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1652 kg 1194 kg
Vehicle Length 5280 mm 4390 mm
Vehicle Width 2020 mm 1720 mm
Vehicle Height 1340 mm 1480 mm
Wheelbase Size 3000 mm 2610 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 87 L 55 L


 

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