1981 Ford Capri vs. 2006 Ford Galaxy
To start off, 2006 Ford Galaxy is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Ford Capri. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Ford Capri would be higher. Both 1981 Ford Capri and 2006 Ford Galaxy are equipped with a 2,792 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Galaxy (201 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1981 Ford Capri. (158 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Galaxy should accelerate faster than 1981 Ford Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Galaxy weights approximately 609 kg more than 1981 Ford Capri. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1981 Ford Capri 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 1981 Ford Capri. 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 (265 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Ford Capri. (221 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Galaxy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Ford Capri.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Ford Capri | 2006 Ford Galaxy | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Capri | Galaxy |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2792 cc | 2792 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 265 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68.5 mm | 90.3 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1779 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2840 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 70 L |
