1966 Ford Galaxie vs. 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara
To start off, 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara is newer by 40 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 65 more horse power than 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara. (171 HP @ 3300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Ford Galaxie should accelerate faster than 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara.
Let's talk about torque, 1966 Ford Galaxie (406 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara. (231 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1966 Ford Galaxie will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Ford Galaxie | 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara | |
| Make | Ford | Suzuki |
| Model | Galaxie | Grand Vitara |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6387 cc | 2734 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 236 HP | 171 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Torque | 406 Nm | 231 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 102.9 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 75 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5340 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2810 mm |
