2009 Ford Galaxy vs. 1960 Land Rover 88
To start off, 2009 Ford Galaxy is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Land Rover 88. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Land Rover 88 would be higher. At 2,293 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Ford Galaxy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Galaxy (143 HP) has 76 more horse power than 1960 Land Rover 88. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Galaxy should accelerate faster than 1960 Land Rover 88. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ford Galaxy weights approximately 265 kg more than 1960 Land Rover 88. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1960 Land Rover 88 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Ford Galaxy. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1960 Land Rover 88 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, 2009 Ford Galaxy (203 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Land Rover 88. (157 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Galaxy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Land Rover 88.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford Galaxy | 1960 Land Rover 88 | |
| Make | Ford | Land Rover |
| Model | Galaxy | 88 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2293 cc | 2286 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 143 HP | 67 HP |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1725 kg | 1460 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 3630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1980 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2240 mm |
