1995 Ford Galaxy vs. 1961 Land Rover A 109
To start off, 1995 Ford Galaxy is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Land Rover A 109. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Land Rover A 109 would be higher. At 2,286 cc (4 cylinders), 1961 Land Rover A 109 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Ford Galaxy (89 HP) has 22 more horse power than 1961 Land Rover A 109. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Ford Galaxy should accelerate faster than 1961 Land Rover A 109. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Ford Galaxy weights approximately 239 kg more than 1961 Land Rover A 109. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1961 Land Rover A 109 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Ford Galaxy. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1961 Land Rover A 109 will offer significantly more control. 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, 1995 Ford Galaxy (202 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Land Rover A 109. (157 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1995 Ford Galaxy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Land Rover A 109.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Ford Galaxy | 1961 Land Rover A 109 | |
| Make | Ford | Land Rover |
| Model | Galaxy | A 109 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1961 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1896 cc | 2286 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 67 HP |
| Torque | 202 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1739 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 2070 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2780 mm |
