1972 Ford Torino vs. 2010 Toyota Camry
To start off, 2010 Toyota Camry 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 4,092 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Ford Torino is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Toyota Camry (169 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1972 Ford Torino. (96 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Toyota Camry should accelerate faster than 1972 Ford Torino. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Ford Torino weights approximately 170 kg more than 2010 Toyota Camry.
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, 2010 Toyota Camry, 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 (250 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Toyota Camry. (226 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1972 Ford Torino will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Toyota Camry.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Ford Torino | 2010 Toyota Camry | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Torino | Camry |
Year Released | 1972 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4092 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 96 HP | 169 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 250 Nm | 226 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1650 kg | 1480 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5470 mm | 4806 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1821 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1471 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2776 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 87 L | 70 L |