1972 Ford Galaxie vs. 1977 Chrysler 1609
To start off, 1977 Chrysler 1609 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Ford Galaxie. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Ford Galaxie would be higher. At 5,765 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Ford Galaxie is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Ford Galaxie (163 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1977 Chrysler 1609. (90 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Ford Galaxie should accelerate faster than 1977 Chrysler 1609. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Ford Galaxie weights approximately 779 kg more than 1977 Chrysler 1609. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1972 Ford Galaxie (375 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 242 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Chrysler 1609. (133 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1972 Ford Galaxie will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Chrysler 1609.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Ford Galaxie | 1977 Chrysler 1609 | |
| Make | Ford | Chrysler |
| Model | Galaxie | 1609 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5765 cc | 1639 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 375 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1869 kg | 1090 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5550 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2670 mm |
