1974 Ford Capri vs. 2004 Ford Galaxy
To start off, 2004 Ford Galaxy is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Ford Capri. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Ford Capri would be higher. At 1,983 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Ford Galaxy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Galaxy (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1974 Ford Capri. (53 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Galaxy should accelerate faster than 1974 Ford Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Galaxy weights approximately 731 kg more than 1974 Ford Capri. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1974 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 1974 Ford Capri. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2004 Ford Galaxy (326 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 239 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Ford Capri. (87 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2004 Ford Galaxy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Ford Capri.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Ford Capri | 2004 Ford Galaxy | |
Make | Ford | Ford |
Model | Capri | Galaxy |
Year Released | 1974 | 2004 |
Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1297 cc | 1983 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 87 Nm | 326 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 95.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 1741 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4650 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1800 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2840 mm |