1975 Ford Torino vs. 2011 Mazda Premacy
To start off, 2011 Mazda Premacy is newer by 36 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, 2011 Mazda Premacy (99 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1975 Ford Torino. (95 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mazda Premacy should accelerate faster than 1975 Ford Torino. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Ford Torino weights approximately 195 kg more than 2011 Mazda Premacy.
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, 2011 Mazda Premacy, 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, 1975 Ford Torino (250 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Mazda Premacy. (230 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1975 Ford Torino will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Mazda Premacy.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Ford Torino | 2011 Mazda Premacy | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | Torino | Premacy |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4092 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 95 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.5 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.3 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 18.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1650 kg | 1455 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5470 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 87 L | 58 L |
