1972 Ford Torino vs. 2009 Proton Gen-2
To start off, 2009 Proton Gen-2 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 4,096 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Ford Torino is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Proton Gen-2 (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1972 Ford Torino. (95 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Proton Gen-2 should accelerate faster than 1972 Ford Torino.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 Ford Torino (245 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Proton Gen-2. (148 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1972 Ford Torino will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Proton Gen-2.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Ford Torino | 2009 Proton Gen-2 | |
| Make | Ford | Proton |
| Model | Torino | Gen-2 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2009 |
| Engine Size | 4096 cc | 1597 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 | 245 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2610 mm |
