1992 Chrysler Town & Country vs. 1972 Ford Galaxie
To start off, 1992 Chrysler Town & Country is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Ford Galaxie. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Ford Galaxie would be higher. At 5,765 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Ford Galaxie is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Chrysler Town & Country (164 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1972 Ford Galaxie. (163 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Chrysler Town & Country should accelerate faster than 1972 Ford Galaxie. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Ford Galaxie weights approximately 189 kg more than 1992 Chrysler Town & Country.
Because 1972 Ford Galaxie 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 1972 Ford Galaxie. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 Chrysler Town & Country, 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, 1972 Ford Galaxie (375 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Chrysler Town & Country. (263 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1972 Ford Galaxie will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Chrysler Town & Country.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Chrysler Town & Country | 1972 Ford Galaxie | |
Make | Chrysler | Ford |
Model | Town & Country | Galaxie |
Year Released | 1992 | 1972 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3301 cc | 5765 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 164 HP | 163 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 263 Nm | 375 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1680 kg | 1869 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 5550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 3080 mm |