1966 Ford Galaxie vs. 2010 Hyundai Terracan
To start off, 2010 Hyundai Terracan is newer by 44 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 75 more horse power than 2010 Hyundai Terracan. (161 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Ford Galaxie should accelerate faster than 2010 Hyundai Terracan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Hyundai Terracan weights approximately 370 kg more than 1966 Ford Galaxie.
Because 2010 Hyundai Terracan 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, 2010 Hyundai Terracan 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, 1966 Ford Galaxie (406 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Hyundai Terracan. (345 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1966 Ford Galaxie will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Hyundai Terracan.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Ford Galaxie | 2010 Hyundai Terracan | |
| Make | Ford | Hyundai |
| Model | Galaxie | Terracan |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6387 cc | 2902 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 236 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 406 Nm | 345 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 102.9 mm | 97.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 98 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1792 kg | 2162 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5340 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2760 mm |
