2000 Ford Galaxy vs. 1970 Vauxhall Ventora
To start off, 2000 Ford Galaxy is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Vauxhall Ventora. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Vauxhall Ventora would be higher. At 3,294 cc (6 cylinders), 1970 Vauxhall Ventora is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Vauxhall Ventora (122 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2000 Ford Galaxy. (113 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Vauxhall Ventora should accelerate faster than 2000 Ford Galaxy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ford Galaxy weights approximately 412 kg more than 1970 Vauxhall Ventora.
Because 1970 Vauxhall Ventora 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 1970 Vauxhall Ventora. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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, 1970 Vauxhall Ventora (241 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Ford Galaxy. (180 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1970 Vauxhall Ventora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Ford Galaxy.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Ford Galaxy | 1970 Vauxhall Ventora | |
| Make | Ford | Vauxhall |
| Model | Galaxy | Ventora |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1999 cc | 3294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 241 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1178 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 54 L |
