1972 Ford Galaxie vs. 2007 GMC Canyon
To start off, 2007 GMC Canyon is newer by 35 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, 2007 GMC Canyon (243 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1972 Ford Galaxie. (163 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 GMC Canyon should accelerate faster than 1972 Ford Galaxie. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 GMC Canyon weights approximately 25 kg more than 1972 Ford Galaxie. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 GMC Canyon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 Ford Galaxie. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 GMC Canyon will offer significantly more control. 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 47 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 GMC Canyon. (328 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1972 Ford Galaxie will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 GMC Canyon.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Ford Galaxie | 2007 GMC Canyon | |
| Make | Ford | GMC |
| Model | Galaxie | Canyon |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5765 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 243 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 375 Nm | 328 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1869 kg | 1894 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5550 mm | 5270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 3210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 72 L |
