1972 Ford Torino vs. 2011 Nissan Navara
To start off, 2011 Nissan Navara is newer by 39 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 4,097 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Ford Torino is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Nissan Navara (172 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1972 Ford Torino. (95 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Nissan Navara should accelerate faster than 1972 Ford Torino. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Nissan Navara weights approximately 380 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 2011 Nissan Navara is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 Ford Torino. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Nissan Navara 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, 2011 Nissan Navara (403 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 157 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Ford Torino. (246 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2011 Nissan Navara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Ford Torino. 2011 Nissan Navara 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. 2011 Nissan Navara will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Ford Torino | 2011 Nissan Navara | |
Make | Ford | Nissan |
Model | Torino | Navara |
Year Released | 1972 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4097 cc | 2488 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 95 HP | 172 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 246 Nm | 403 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93.5 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99.3 mm | 100 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1652 kg | 2032 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5280 mm | 5140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1770 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 3210 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 87 L | 80 L |