1966 Ford Galaxie vs. 2004 Nissan Armada
To start off, 2004 Nissan Armada is newer by 38 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, 2004 Nissan Armada (305 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1966 Ford Galaxie. (236 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Nissan Armada should accelerate faster than 1966 Ford Galaxie. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Nissan Armada weights approximately 482 kg more than 1966 Ford Galaxie. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Nissan Armada (522 Nm) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Ford Galaxie. (406 Nm). This means 2004 Nissan Armada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Ford Galaxie.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Ford Galaxie | 2004 Nissan Armada | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Galaxie | Armada |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6387 cc | 5555 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 236 HP | 305 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 406 Nm | 522 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 102.9 mm | 98 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 92 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1792 kg | 2274 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5340 mm | 5260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1980 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 3140 mm |
