1972 Ford Galaxie vs. 2010 Honda Ridgeline
To start off, 2010 Honda Ridgeline is newer by 38 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, 2010 Honda Ridgeline (250 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1972 Ford Galaxie. (163 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Honda Ridgeline should accelerate faster than 1972 Ford Galaxie. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Ford Galaxie weights approximately 408 kg more than 2010 Honda Ridgeline.
Because 2010 Honda Ridgeline 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, 2010 Honda Ridgeline 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 39 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Honda Ridgeline. (336 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1972 Ford Galaxie will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Honda Ridgeline.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Ford Galaxie | 2010 Honda Ridgeline | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | Galaxie | Ridgeline |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5765 cc | 3471 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 250 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 375 Nm | 336 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4300 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 | 1461 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5550 mm | 5260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 3110 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 83 L |
