1975 Ford Torino vs. 1999 Toyota MR2
To start off, 1999 Toyota MR2 is newer by 24 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, 1999 Toyota MR2 (127 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1975 Ford Torino. (95 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Toyota MR2 should accelerate faster than 1975 Ford Torino. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Ford Torino weights approximately 665 kg more than 1999 Toyota MR2.
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) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Toyota MR2. (176 Nm). This means 1975 Ford Torino will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Toyota MR2.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Ford Torino | 1999 Toyota MR2 | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Torino | MR2 |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4092 cc | 1797 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 95 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1650 kg | 985 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5470 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 87 L | 87 L |
