1976 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 1972 Ford Torino
To start off, 1976 Chevrolet Caprice is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Ford Torino. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Ford Torino would be higher. At 6,555 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Ford Torino is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 168 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Ford Torino weights approximately 267 kg more than 1976 Chevrolet Caprice.
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, 1972 Ford Torino (403 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Chevrolet Caprice. (366 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1972 Ford Torino will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Chevrolet Caprice.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Chevrolet Caprice | 1972 Ford Torino | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | Caprice | Torino |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1972 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5736 cc | 6555 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 366 Nm | 403 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1725 kg | 1992 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5460 mm | 5380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 3000 mm |
