1972 Ford Torino vs. 2012 Nissan Qashqai
To start off, 2012 Nissan Qashqai is newer by 40 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, 2012 Nissan Qashqai (112 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1972 Ford Torino. (95 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan Qashqai should accelerate faster than 1972 Ford Torino. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Ford Torino weights approximately 237 kg more than 2012 Nissan Qashqai.
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, 2012 Nissan Qashqai, 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 (245 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Nissan Qashqai. (161 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1972 Ford Torino will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Nissan Qashqai.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Ford Torino | 2012 Nissan Qashqai | |
Make | Ford | Nissan |
Model | Torino | Qashqai |
Year Released | 1972 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4096 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 95 HP | 112 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 245 Nm | 161 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93.5 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99.3 mm | 83.6 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1609 kg | 1372 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1620 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2640 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 87 L | 65 L |