1958 Vauxhall Victor vs. 2013 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2013 Toyota Tacoma is newer by 55 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 2,700 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Toyota Tacoma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Toyota Tacoma (157 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 1958 Vauxhall Victor. (47 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Tacoma should accelerate faster than 1958 Vauxhall Victor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota Tacoma weights approximately 814 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 2013 Toyota Tacoma 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, 2013 Toyota Tacoma 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, 2013 Toyota Tacoma (244 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Vauxhall Victor. (110 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2013 Toyota Tacoma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Vauxhall Victor. 2013 Toyota Tacoma 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. 2013 Toyota Tacoma will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Vauxhall Victor | 2013 Toyota Tacoma | |
| Make | Vauxhall | Toyota |
| Model | Victor | Tacoma |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1507 cc | 2700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 157 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 244 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 4-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1794 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 5286 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1895 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1775 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 3246 mm |
