1972 Ford Torino vs. 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser 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 4,092 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Ford Torino is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser (164 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1972 Ford Torino. (96 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1972 Ford Torino. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 265 kg more than 1972 Ford Torino. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 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, 2008 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, 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser (410 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Ford Torino. (250 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Ford Torino.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Ford Torino | 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Torino | Land Cruiser |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4092 cc | 2982 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 96 HP | 164 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 410 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.5 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.3 mm | 103 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 18.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1650 kg | 1915 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5470 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 87 L | 87 L |
