1972 Ford Galaxie vs. 2009 Toyota 4Runner
To start off, 2009 Toyota 4Runner is newer by 37 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, 2009 Toyota 4Runner (260 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1972 Ford Galaxie. (163 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Toyota 4Runner should accelerate faster than 1972 Ford Galaxie. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Ford Galaxie weights approximately 539 kg more than 2009 Toyota 4Runner.
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, 2009 Toyota 4Runner (415 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Ford Galaxie. (375 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Toyota 4Runner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Ford Galaxie.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Ford Galaxie | 2009 Toyota 4Runner | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Galaxie | 4Runner |
Year Released | 1972 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5765 cc | 4664 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 163 HP | 260 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 375 Nm | 415 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 9.8:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1869 kg | 1330 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5550 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1920 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1810 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2800 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 87 L |