1966 Ford Galaxie vs. 2012 Nissan Quest
To start off, 2012 Nissan Quest is newer by 46 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, 2012 Nissan Quest (260 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1966 Ford Galaxie. (236 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan Quest should accelerate faster than 1966 Ford Galaxie. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Nissan Quest weights approximately 199 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.
Because 1966 Ford Galaxie is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1966 Ford Galaxie. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Nissan Quest, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 81 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Nissan Quest. (325 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1966 Ford Galaxie will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Nissan Quest.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Ford Galaxie | 2012 Nissan Quest | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Galaxie | Quest |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6387 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 236 HP | 260 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 406 Nm | 325 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1792 kg | 1991 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5340 mm | 5100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1971 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1816 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 3000 mm |
