1996 Ford Galaxy vs. 1978 Avanti Avanti
To start off, 1996 Ford Galaxy is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Avanti Avanti. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Avanti Avanti would be higher. At 6,568 cc (8 cylinders), 1978 Avanti Avanti is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Avanti Avanti (177 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1996 Ford Galaxy. (174 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Avanti Avanti should accelerate faster than 1996 Ford Galaxy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Ford Galaxy weights approximately 207 kg more than 1978 Avanti Avanti.
Because 1978 Avanti Avanti 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 1978 Avanti Avanti. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 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, 1978 Avanti Avanti (442 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 202 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Ford Galaxy. (240 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1978 Avanti Avanti will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Ford Galaxy.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Ford Galaxy | 1978 Avanti Avanti | |
Make | Ford | Avanti |
Model | Galaxy | Avanti |
Year Released | 1996 | 1978 |
Engine Size | 2792 cc | 6568 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 174 HP | 177 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Torque | 240 Nm | 442 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1787 kg | 1580 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4910 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2780 mm |