1972 Ford Torino vs. 2010 Toyota Highlander
To start off, 2010 Toyota Highlander 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 5,752 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Ford Torino is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Toyota Highlander (270 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 1972 Ford Torino. (162 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Toyota Highlander should accelerate faster than 1972 Ford Torino. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Toyota Highlander weights approximately 398 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 2010 Toyota Highlander is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 Ford Torino. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Toyota Highlander 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, 1972 Ford Torino (374 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Toyota Highlander. (287 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1972 Ford Torino will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Toyota Highlander.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Ford Torino | 2010 Toyota Highlander | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Torino | Highlander |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5752 cc | 3300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 162 HP | 270 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 374 Nm | 287 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1707 kg | 2105 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 4785 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2789 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 87 L | 65 L |
