1979 Ford Falcon vs. 2012 Ford Galaxy

To start off, 2012 Ford Galaxy is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Ford Falcon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Ford Falcon would be higher. At 3,271 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Ford Falcon (129 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2012 Ford Galaxy. (113 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 2012 Ford Galaxy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Ford Galaxy weights approximately 270 kg more than 1979 Ford Falcon.

Because 1979 Ford Falcon 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 1979 Ford Falcon. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 1979 Ford Falcon (263 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Ford Galaxy. (170 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1979 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Ford Galaxy.

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