1972 Ford Torino vs. 1994 Holden Commodore
To start off, 1994 Holden Commodore is newer by 22 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 4,095 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Ford Torino is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Holden Commodore (173 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1972 Ford Torino. (95 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Holden Commodore should accelerate faster than 1972 Ford Torino. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Ford Torino weights approximately 462 kg more than 1994 Holden Commodore.
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, 1994 Holden Commodore (295 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Ford Torino. (245 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1994 Holden Commodore will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Ford Torino.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Ford Torino | 1994 Holden Commodore | |
| Make | Ford | Holden |
| Model | Torino | Commodore |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4095 cc | 3789 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 95 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 295 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1837 kg | 1375 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5380 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2740 mm |
