1972 Ford Galaxie vs. 2010 Subaru Outback
To start off, 2010 Subaru Outback 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 Subaru Outback (256 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 1972 Ford Galaxie. (163 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Subaru Outback should accelerate faster than 1972 Ford Galaxie. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Ford Galaxie weights approximately 221 kg more than 2010 Subaru Outback.
Because 2010 Subaru Outback is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 Ford Galaxie. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Subaru Outback 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 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Subaru Outback. (335 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1972 Ford Galaxie will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Subaru Outback.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Ford Galaxie | 2010 Subaru Outback | |
| Make | Ford | Subaru |
| Model | Galaxie | Outback |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5765 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 256 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 375 Nm | 335 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1869 kg | 1648 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5550 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1821 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1669 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2741 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 70 L |
