1996 Chevrolet Lumina vs. 1972 Ford Gran Torino
To start off, 1996 Chevrolet Lumina is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Ford Gran Torino. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Ford Gran Torino would be higher. At 6,553 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Ford Gran Torino is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Chevrolet Lumina (200 HP) has 32 more horse power than 1972 Ford Gran Torino. (168 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Chevrolet Lumina should accelerate faster than 1972 Ford Gran Torino. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Ford Gran Torino weights approximately 484 kg more than 1996 Chevrolet Lumina.
Because 1972 Ford Gran 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 1972 Ford Gran Torino. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Chevrolet Lumina, 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, 1972 Ford Gran Torino (403 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Chevrolet Lumina. (311 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1972 Ford Gran Torino will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Chevrolet Lumina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Chevrolet Lumina | 1972 Ford Gran Torino | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | Lumina | Gran Torino |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3789 cc | 6553 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 168 HP |
| Torque | 311 Nm | 403 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 2014 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 5470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 3000 mm |
