2009 Chevrolet TrailBlazer vs. 1966 Ford Galaxie
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet TrailBlazer is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Ford Galaxie. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Ford Galaxie would be higher. At 6,387 cc (8 cylinders), 1966 Ford Galaxie is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet TrailBlazer (281 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1966 Ford Galaxie. (236 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet TrailBlazer should accelerate faster than 1966 Ford Galaxie. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Ford Galaxie weights approximately 243 kg more than 2009 Chevrolet TrailBlazer.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 1966 Ford Galaxie (406 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Chevrolet TrailBlazer. (276 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1966 Ford Galaxie will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Chevrolet TrailBlazer.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet TrailBlazer | 1966 Ford Galaxie | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | TrailBlazer | Galaxie |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4161 cc | 6387 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 281 HP | 236 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 276 Nm | 406 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1549 kg | 1792 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 5340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 3030 mm |
