1973 Ford Capri vs. 2007 Ford Galaxy
To start off, 2007 Ford Galaxy is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Ford Capri. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Ford Capri would be higher. At 2,792 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Ford Galaxy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford Galaxy (201 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 1973 Ford Capri. (53 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford Galaxy should accelerate faster than 1973 Ford Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ford Galaxy weights approximately 804 kg more than 1973 Ford Capri. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1973 Ford Capri is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1973 Ford Capri. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Ford Galaxy, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2007 Ford Galaxy (265 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 174 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Ford Capri. (91 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Ford Galaxy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Ford Capri.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Ford Capri | 2007 Ford Galaxy | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Capri | Galaxy |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1303 cc | 2792 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 91 Nm | 265 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 90.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 975 kg | 1779 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 5760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2840 mm |
