1972 Ford Torino vs. 2009 Nissan Patrol
To start off, 2009 Nissan Patrol is newer by 37 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 5,752 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Ford Torino is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan Patrol (254 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 1972 Ford Torino. (162 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Patrol should accelerate faster than 1972 Ford Torino. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 678 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.
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, 2009 Nissan Patrol (426 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Ford Torino. (374 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan Patrol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Ford Torino. 1972 Ford Torino has automatic transmission and 2009 Nissan Patrol has manual transmission. 2009 Nissan Patrol 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 | 2009 Nissan Patrol | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Torino | Patrol |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5752 cc | 4759 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 162 HP | 254 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 374 Nm | 426 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 99.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.8 mm | 102 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1707 kg | 2385 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 5090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2980 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 87 L | 135 L |
