1966 Ford Galaxie vs. 2008 Toyota Sequoia
To start off, 2008 Toyota Sequoia is newer by 42 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, 2008 Toyota Sequoia (381 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 145 more horse power than 1966 Ford Galaxie. (236 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Sequoia should accelerate faster than 1966 Ford Galaxie. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Ford Galaxie weights approximately 440 kg more than 2008 Toyota Sequoia.
Because 2008 Toyota Sequoia 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, 2008 Toyota Sequoia 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, 2008 Toyota Sequoia (544 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Ford Galaxie. (406 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2008 Toyota Sequoia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Ford Galaxie.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Ford Galaxie | 2008 Toyota Sequoia | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Galaxie | Sequoia |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6387 cc | 5663 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 236 HP | 381 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 406 Nm | 544 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1792 kg | 1352 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5340 mm | 5220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1920 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 3110 mm |
