1966 Ford Galaxie vs. 1990 Isuzu Trooper
To start off, 1990 Isuzu Trooper is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Ford Galaxie. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Ford Galaxie would be higher. At 6,387 cc (8 cylinders), 1966 Ford Galaxie is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Ford Galaxie (236 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 147 more horse power than 1990 Isuzu Trooper. (89 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Ford Galaxie should accelerate faster than 1990 Isuzu Trooper. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Ford Galaxie weights approximately 197 kg more than 1990 Isuzu Trooper. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1990 Isuzu Trooper is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1966 Ford Galaxie. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Isuzu Trooper 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, 1966 Ford Galaxie (406 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 239 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Isuzu Trooper. (167 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1966 Ford Galaxie will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Isuzu Trooper.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Ford Galaxie | 1990 Isuzu Trooper | |
| Make | Ford | Isuzu |
| Model | Galaxie | Trooper |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6387 cc | 2255 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 236 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 406 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1792 kg | 1595 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5340 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2660 mm |
