1976 Ford Torino vs. 2013 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2013 Toyota Tacoma is newer by 37 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, 2013 Toyota Tacoma (157 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1976 Ford Torino. (95 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Tacoma should accelerate faster than 1976 Ford Torino. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota Tacoma weights approximately 184 kg more than 1976 Ford Torino. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Toyota Tacoma is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1976 Ford Torino. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Tacoma will offer significantly more control. 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, 2013 Toyota Tacoma (361 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Ford Torino. (245 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2013 Toyota Tacoma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Ford Torino.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Ford Torino | 2013 Toyota Tacoma | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Torino | Tacoma |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4090 cc | 2700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 95 HP | 157 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 361 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.5 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.3 mm | 95 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1650 kg | 1834 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5470 mm | 5286 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1895 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1775 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 3246 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 87 L | 80 L |
