1976 Ford Cortina vs. 1995 Ford Galaxy
To start off, 1995 Ford Galaxy is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Ford Cortina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Ford Cortina would be higher. At 2,792 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Ford Galaxy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Ford Galaxy (172 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1976 Ford Cortina. (107 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Ford Galaxy should accelerate faster than 1976 Ford Cortina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Ford Galaxy weights approximately 699 kg more than 1976 Ford Cortina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1976 Ford Cortina 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 1976 Ford Cortina. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 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, 1995 Ford Galaxy (240 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Ford Cortina. (177 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1995 Ford Galaxy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Ford Cortina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Ford Cortina | 1995 Ford Galaxy | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Cortina | Galaxy |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2294 cc | 2792 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 107 HP | 172 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 177 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 1789 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 55 L |
