1975 Ford Torino vs. 1989 Toyota Model F
To start off, 1989 Toyota Model F is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Ford Torino. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Ford Torino would be higher. At 4,092 cc (6 cylinders), 1975 Ford Torino is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Ford Torino (95 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1989 Toyota Model F. (79 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Ford Torino should accelerate faster than 1989 Toyota Model F. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Ford Torino weights approximately 350 kg more than 1989 Toyota Model F. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1975 Ford Torino (250 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Toyota Model F. (140 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1975 Ford Torino will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Toyota Model F. 1989 Toyota Model F has automatic transmission and 1975 Ford Torino has manual transmission. 1975 Ford Torino will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1989 Toyota Model F will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Ford Torino | 1989 Toyota Model F | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Torino | Model F |
Year Released | 1975 | 1989 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4092 cc | 1812 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 95 HP | 79 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 250 Nm | 140 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93.5 mm | 86.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99.3 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 8.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1650 kg | 1300 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5470 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2240 mm |