1995 Ford Galaxy vs. 1981 Vauxhall Chevette
To start off, 1995 Ford Galaxy is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Vauxhall Chevette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Vauxhall Chevette would be higher. At 2,792 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Ford Galaxy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Ford Galaxy (172 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 1981 Vauxhall Chevette. (56 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Ford Galaxy should accelerate faster than 1981 Vauxhall Chevette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Ford Galaxy weights approximately 934 kg more than 1981 Vauxhall Chevette. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1981 Vauxhall Chevette 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 1981 Vauxhall Chevette. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 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, 1995 Ford Galaxy (240 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 151 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Vauxhall Chevette. (89 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1995 Ford Galaxy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Vauxhall Chevette.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Ford Galaxy | 1981 Vauxhall Chevette | |
| Make | Ford | Vauxhall |
| Model | Galaxy | Chevette |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2792 cc | 1256 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 172 HP | 56 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 89 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1789 kg | 855 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2400 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 45 L |
