1953 Daimler Conquest vs. 2004 Opel Vectra
To start off, 2004 Opel Vectra is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Daimler Conquest. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Daimler Conquest would be higher. At 2,433 cc (6 cylinders), 1953 Daimler Conquest is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Opel Vectra (120 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1953 Daimler Conquest. (75 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Opel Vectra should accelerate faster than 1953 Daimler Conquest. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Daimler Conquest weights approximately 22 kg more than 2004 Opel Vectra.
Because 1953 Daimler Conquest 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 1953 Daimler Conquest. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Opel Vectra, 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, 1953 Daimler Conquest (168 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Opel Vectra. (167 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1953 Daimler Conquest will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Opel Vectra.
Compare all specifications:
1953 Daimler Conquest | 2004 Opel Vectra | |
Make | Daimler | Opel |
Model | Conquest | Vectra |
Year Released | 1953 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2433 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 75 HP | 120 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 168 Nm | 167 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76.2 mm | 80.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 88.2 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 6.6:1 | 10.5:1 |
Top Speed | 130 km/hour | 205 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1397 kg | 1375 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4600 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2640 mm |