1975 Ford Torino vs. 2005 Pontiac Grand Am
To start off, 2005 Pontiac Grand Am is newer by 30 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, 2005 Pontiac Grand Am (175 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1975 Ford Torino. (95 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Pontiac Grand Am should accelerate faster than 1975 Ford Torino. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Ford Torino weights approximately 248 kg more than 2005 Pontiac Grand Am.
Because 1975 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 1975 Ford Torino. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Pontiac Grand Am, 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, 2005 Pontiac Grand Am (285 Nm) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Ford Torino. (250 Nm). This means 2005 Pontiac Grand Am will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Ford Torino.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Ford Torino | 2005 Pontiac Grand Am | |
| Make | Ford | Pontiac |
| Model | Torino | Grand Am |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4092 cc | 3392 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 95 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1650 kg | 1402 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5470 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 87 L | 53 L |
