1980 Ford Escort vs. 1995 Ford Galaxy
To start off, 1995 Ford Galaxy is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Ford Escort 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 76 more horse power than 1980 Ford Escort. (96 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Ford Galaxy should accelerate faster than 1980 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Ford Galaxy weights approximately 894 kg more than 1980 Ford Escort. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear 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, 1995 Ford Galaxy (240 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Ford Escort. (132 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1995 Ford Galaxy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Ford Escort | 1995 Ford Galaxy | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Escort | Galaxy |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 2792 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 96 HP | 172 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 132 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 895 kg | 1789 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 55 L |
