1984 Ford Falcon vs. 2007 Ford Galaxy
To start off, 2007 Ford Galaxy is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Ford Falcon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Ford Falcon would be higher. At 3,273 cc (6 cylinders), 1984 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Ford Falcon (120 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2007 Ford Galaxy. (114 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 2007 Ford Galaxy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ford Galaxy weights approximately 276 kg more than 1984 Ford Falcon.
Because 1984 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 1984 Ford Falcon. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 1984 Ford Falcon (240 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Ford Galaxy. (170 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1984 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Ford Galaxy.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Ford Falcon | 2007 Ford Galaxy | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Falcon | Galaxy |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3273 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1374 kg | 1650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2840 mm |
