1966 Ford Galaxie vs. 2009 Nissan Armada
To start off, 2009 Nissan Armada is newer by 43 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, 2009 Nissan Armada (317 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1966 Ford Galaxie. (236 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Armada should accelerate faster than 1966 Ford Galaxie. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Ford Galaxie weights approximately 350 kg more than 2009 Nissan Armada.
Because 2009 Nissan Armada 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, 2009 Nissan Armada 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, 2009 Nissan Armada (522 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Ford Galaxie. (406 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2009 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 | 2009 Nissan Armada | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Galaxie | Armada |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6387 cc | 5551 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 236 HP | 317 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 406 Nm | 522 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1792 kg | 1442 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5340 mm | 5280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1990 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 3140 mm |
