1966 Ford Galaxie vs. 2003 Vauxhall Frontera
To start off, 2003 Vauxhall Frontera is newer by 37 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 34 more horse power than 2003 Vauxhall Frontera. (202 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Ford Galaxie should accelerate faster than 2003 Vauxhall Frontera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Vauxhall Frontera weights approximately 28 kg more than 1966 Ford Galaxie.
Because 2003 Vauxhall Frontera 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, 2003 Vauxhall Frontera 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 116 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Vauxhall Frontera. (290 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1966 Ford Galaxie will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Vauxhall Frontera.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Ford Galaxie | 2003 Vauxhall Frontera | |
| Make | Ford | Vauxhall |
| Model | Galaxie | Frontera |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6387 cc | 3165 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 236 HP | 202 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 406 Nm | 290 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1792 kg | 1820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5340 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2710 mm |
