1958 Vauxhall Victor vs. 2006 Volvo XC90
To start off, 2006 Volvo XC90 is newer by 48 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 2,401 cc (5 cylinders), 2006 Volvo XC90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volvo XC90 (182 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 135 more horse power than 1958 Vauxhall Victor. (47 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volvo XC90 should accelerate faster than 1958 Vauxhall Victor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volvo XC90 weights approximately 1200 kg more than 1958 Vauxhall Victor. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Volvo XC90 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1958 Vauxhall Victor. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Volvo XC90 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, 2006 Volvo XC90 (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 290 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Vauxhall Victor. (110 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2006 Volvo XC90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Vauxhall Victor.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Vauxhall Victor | 2006 Volvo XC90 | |
| Make | Vauxhall | Volvo |
| Model | Victor | XC90 |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1507 cc | 2401 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 2180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2860 mm |
