1958 Vauxhall Victor vs. 2010 Buick Enclave
To start off, 2010 Buick Enclave is newer by 52 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Buick Enclave is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Buick Enclave (288 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 241 more horse power than 1958 Vauxhall Victor. (47 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Buick Enclave should accelerate faster than 1958 Vauxhall Victor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Buick Enclave weights approximately 1188 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 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, 2010 Buick Enclave, 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, 2010 Buick Enclave (366 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 256 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Vauxhall Victor. (110 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2010 Buick Enclave will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Vauxhall Victor. 2010 Buick Enclave has automatic transmission and 1958 Vauxhall Victor has manual transmission. 1958 Vauxhall Victor will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Buick Enclave will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Vauxhall Victor | 2010 Buick Enclave | |
| Make | Vauxhall | Buick |
| Model | Victor | Enclave |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1507 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 288 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 2168 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 5126 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 2007 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 3020 mm |
