1958 Vauxhall Victor vs. 1980 Volkswagen Jetta
To start off, 1980 Volkswagen Jetta is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Vauxhall Victor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Vauxhall Victor would be higher. At 1,588 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Volkswagen Jetta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Volkswagen Jetta (73 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1958 Vauxhall Victor. (47 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Volkswagen Jetta should accelerate faster than 1958 Vauxhall Victor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Vauxhall Victor weights approximately 90 kg more than 1980 Volkswagen Jetta.
Because 1958 Vauxhall Victor 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 1958 Vauxhall Victor. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1980 Volkswagen Jetta, 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, 1980 Volkswagen Jetta (133 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Vauxhall Victor. (110 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1980 Volkswagen Jetta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Vauxhall Victor.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Vauxhall Victor | 1980 Volkswagen Jetta | |
Make | Vauxhall | Volkswagen |
Model | Victor | Jetta |
Year Released | 1958 | 1980 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1507 cc | 1588 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 47 HP | 73 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 110 Nm | 133 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 890 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2410 mm |