1970 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 2004 Ford Galaxy
To start off, 2004 Ford Galaxy is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Chevrolet Camaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Chevrolet Camaro would be higher. At 5,025 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Chevrolet Camaro (130 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2004 Ford Galaxy. (128 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Galaxy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Galaxy weights approximately 165 kg more than 1970 Chevrolet Camaro.
Because 1970 Chevrolet Camaro 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 1970 Chevrolet Camaro. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Ford Galaxy, 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, 1970 Chevrolet Camaro (318 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Galaxy. (310 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 1970 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Galaxy.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Chevrolet Camaro | 2004 Ford Galaxy | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | Camaro | Galaxy |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5025 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 130 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 318 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 98.3 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.6 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1518 kg | 1683 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2840 mm |
