1972 Ford Galaxie vs. 2007 Toyota Sienna
To start off, 2007 Toyota Sienna 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 Toyota Sienna (266 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 1972 Ford Galaxie. (163 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Sienna should accelerate faster than 1972 Ford Galaxie.
Because 2007 Toyota Sienna 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 Toyota Sienna 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 43 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Toyota Sienna. (332 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 1972 Ford Galaxie will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Toyota Sienna.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Ford Galaxie | 2007 Toyota Sienna | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Galaxie | Sienna |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5765 cc | 3455 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 266 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 375 Nm | 332 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5550 mm | 5110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1970 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 3040 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 76 L |
