1990 Toyota Sera vs. 2012 Ford Galaxy
To start off, 2012 Ford Galaxy is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Toyota Sera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Toyota Sera would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Ford Galaxy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ford Galaxy (113 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1990 Toyota Sera. (108 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ford Galaxy should accelerate faster than 1990 Toyota Sera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Ford Galaxy weights approximately 744 kg more than 1990 Toyota Sera. 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, 2012 Ford Galaxy (170 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Toyota Sera. (132 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2012 Ford Galaxy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Toyota Sera.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Toyota Sera | 2012 Ford Galaxy | |
| Make | Toyota | Ford |
| Model | Sera | Galaxy |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1497 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 132 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 195 km/hour | 177 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 906 kg | 1650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3870 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 2840 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 70 L |
