1972 Ford Torino vs. 2012 Toyota 4Runner
To start off, 2012 Toyota 4Runner 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 6,555 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Ford Torino is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Toyota 4Runner (270 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 1972 Ford Torino. (168 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Toyota 4Runner should accelerate faster than 1972 Ford Torino. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Toyota 4Runner weights approximately 163 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 2012 Toyota 4Runner 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, 2012 Toyota 4Runner 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 (403 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Toyota 4Runner. (376 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1972 Ford Torino will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Toyota 4Runner.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Ford Torino | 2012 Toyota 4Runner | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Torino | 4Runner |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6555 cc | 4000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 270 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 403 Nm | 376 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1992 kg | 2155 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5380 mm | 4823 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1925 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1885 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2789 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 87 L |
