1994 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight vs. 2012 Ford Galaxy
To start off, 2012 Ford Galaxy is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight (202 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2012 Ford Galaxy. (201 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight should accelerate faster than 2012 Ford Galaxy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Ford Galaxy weights approximately 239 kg more than 1994 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight.
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, 1994 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight (352 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Ford Galaxy. (265 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1994 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Ford Galaxy.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight | 2012 Ford Galaxy | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Ford |
| Model | Eighty-Eight | Galaxy |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 2791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 202 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 352 Nm | 265 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1779 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2840 mm |
