1975 Ford Escort vs. 2006 Ford Galaxy

To start off, 2006 Ford Galaxy is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Ford Escort would be higher. At 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Ford Galaxy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Ford Escort (115 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2006 Ford Galaxy. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Galaxy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Galaxy weights approximately 825 kg more than 1975 Ford Escort.

Because 1975 Ford Escort 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 1975 Ford Escort. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 Ford Galaxy (240 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Ford Escort. (163 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Galaxy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Ford Escort.

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