1976 Ford Torino vs. 1996 Hyundai Tiburon
To start off, 1996 Hyundai Tiburon is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Ford Torino. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Ford Torino would be higher. At 4,090 cc (6 cylinders), 1976 Ford Torino is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Hyundai Tiburon (130 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1976 Ford Torino. (95 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Hyundai Tiburon should accelerate faster than 1976 Ford Torino. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Ford Torino weights approximately 393 kg more than 1996 Hyundai Tiburon.
Because 1976 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 1976 Ford Torino. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Hyundai Tiburon, 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, 1976 Ford Torino (245 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Hyundai Tiburon. (166 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1976 Ford Torino will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Hyundai Tiburon.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Ford Torino | 1996 Hyundai Tiburon | |
| Make | Ford | Hyundai |
| Model | Torino | Tiburon |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4090 cc | 1834 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 95 HP | 130 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 166 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.5 mm | 81.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.3 mm | 88 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1650 kg | 1257 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5470 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2480 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 87 L | 53 L |
