1976 Chrysler Sedan vs. 1972 Ford Galaxie
To start off, 1976 Chrysler Sedan is newer by 4 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, 1976 Chrysler Sedan (200 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1972 Ford Galaxie. (163 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Chrysler Sedan should accelerate faster than 1972 Ford Galaxie. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Ford Galaxie weights approximately 339 kg more than 1976 Chrysler Sedan.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Chrysler Sedan. (355 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1972 Ford Galaxie will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Chrysler Sedan.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Chrysler Sedan | 1972 Ford Galaxie | |
| Make | Chrysler | Ford |
| Model | Sedan | Galaxie |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4342 cc | 5765 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 355 Nm | 375 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1869 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 5550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 3080 mm |
