1966 Ford Galaxie vs. 2013 Ford Escape
To start off, 2013 Ford Escape is newer by 47 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, 2013 Ford Escape (237 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1966 Ford Galaxie. (236 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Ford Escape should accelerate faster than 1966 Ford Galaxie. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Ford Galaxie weights approximately 159 kg more than 2013 Ford Escape.
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, 2013 Ford Escape, 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 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Ford Escape. (366 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1966 Ford Galaxie will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Ford Escape.
Compare all specifications:
1966 Ford Galaxie | 2013 Ford Escape | |
Make | Ford | Ford |
Model | Galaxie | Escape |
Year Released | 1966 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6387 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 236 HP | 237 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 406 Nm | 366 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 102.9 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 83 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1792 kg | 1633 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5340 mm | 4524 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 2078 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1684 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2690 mm |