1972 Ford Torino vs. 2010 Jeep Liberty
To start off, 2010 Jeep Liberty is newer by 38 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 4,095 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Ford Torino is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Jeep Liberty (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 1972 Ford Torino. (95 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Jeep Liberty should accelerate faster than 1972 Ford Torino. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Jeep Liberty weights approximately 4 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, 2010 Jeep Liberty (318 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Ford Torino. (245 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2010 Jeep Liberty will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Ford Torino. 2010 Jeep Liberty has automatic transmission and 1972 Ford Torino has manual transmission. 1972 Ford Torino will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Jeep Liberty will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Ford Torino | 2010 Jeep Liberty | |
Make | Ford | Jeep |
Model | Torino | Liberty |
Year Released | 1972 | 2010 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4095 cc | 3700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 95 HP | 210 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 245 Nm | 318 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1837 kg | 1841 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5380 mm | 4493 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1839 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1806 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2695 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 74 L |