1966 Ford Galaxie vs. 2004 Toyota 4Runner
To start off, 2004 Toyota 4Runner 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 Toyota 4Runner (245 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1966 Ford Galaxie. (236 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Toyota 4Runner should accelerate faster than 1966 Ford Galaxie. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Toyota 4Runner weights approximately 47 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, 1966 Ford Galaxie (406 Nm) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Toyota 4Runner. (383 Nm). This means 1966 Ford Galaxie will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Toyota 4Runner.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Ford Galaxie | 2004 Toyota 4Runner | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Galaxie | 4Runner |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6387 cc | 3950 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 236 HP | 245 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 406 Nm | 383 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 102.9 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 95 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1792 kg | 1839 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5340 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2610 mm |
