1972 Ford Galaxie vs. 1993 Ford Aerostar
To start off, 1993 Ford Aerostar is newer by 21 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 20 more horse power than 1993 Ford Aerostar. (143 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Ford Galaxie should accelerate faster than 1993 Ford Aerostar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Ford Galaxie weights approximately 459 kg more than 1993 Ford Aerostar. 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 150 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Ford Aerostar. (225 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1972 Ford Galaxie will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Ford Aerostar.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Ford Galaxie | 1993 Ford Aerostar | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Galaxie | Aerostar |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5765 cc | 2979 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 375 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 78.7 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1869 kg | 1410 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5550 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 3030 mm |
