1966 Ford Galaxie vs. 1996 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 1996 Toyota Land Cruiser is newer by 30 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 113 more horse power than 1996 Toyota Land Cruiser. (123 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Ford Galaxie should accelerate faster than 1996 Toyota Land Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 18 kg more than 1966 Ford Galaxie.
Because 1996 Toyota Land Cruiser 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, 1996 Toyota Land Cruiser 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 111 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Toyota Land Cruiser. (295 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1966 Ford Galaxie will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Toyota Land Cruiser.
Compare all specifications:
1966 Ford Galaxie | 1996 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Galaxie | Land Cruiser |
Year Released | 1966 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6387 cc | 2982 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 236 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 406 Nm | 295 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1792 kg | 1810 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5340 mm | 4740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1870 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2680 mm |