1975 Ford Torino vs. 2005 Toyota MR2
To start off, 2005 Toyota MR2 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 Toyota MR2 (190 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1975 Ford Torino. (95 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 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 658 kg more than 2005 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 @ 1600 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota MR2. (170 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1975 Ford Torino will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota MR2.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Ford Torino | 2005 Toyota MR2 | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Torino | MR2 |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4092 cc | 1794 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 95 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| 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 | 992 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 87 L | 48 L |
