1972 Ford Capri vs. 2010 Ford Galaxy
To start off, 2010 Ford Galaxy is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Ford Capri. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Ford Capri would be higher. At 2,293 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Ford Galaxy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ford Galaxy (143 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1972 Ford Capri. (53 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford Galaxy should accelerate faster than 1972 Ford Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford Galaxy weights approximately 750 kg more than 1972 Ford Capri. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1972 Ford Capri 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 1972 Ford Capri. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2010 Ford Galaxy (203 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Ford Capri. (91 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Ford Galaxy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Ford Capri. 2010 Ford Galaxy has automatic transmission and 1972 Ford Capri has manual transmission. 1972 Ford Capri will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Ford Galaxy will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Ford Capri | 2010 Ford Galaxy | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Capri | Galaxy |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1305 cc | 2293 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 91 Nm | 203 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 89.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 975 kg | 1725 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2840 mm |
