1959 Vauxhall Victor vs. 2005 Vauxhall Frontera

To start off, 2005 Vauxhall Frontera is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Vauxhall Victor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Vauxhall Victor would be higher. At 3,165 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Vauxhall Frontera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Vauxhall Frontera (202 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 153 more horse power than 1959 Vauxhall Victor. (49 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Vauxhall Frontera should accelerate faster than 1959 Vauxhall Victor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Vauxhall Frontera weights approximately 781 kg more than 1959 Vauxhall Victor. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2005 Vauxhall Frontera is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Vauxhall Victor. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Vauxhall Frontera 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, 2005 Vauxhall Frontera (290 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 174 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Vauxhall Victor. (116 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2005 Vauxhall Frontera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Vauxhall Victor.

Compare all specifications:

1959 Vauxhall Victor 2005 Vauxhall Frontera
Make Vauxhall Vauxhall
Model Victor Frontera
Year Released 1959 2005
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1508 cc 3165 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 49 HP 202 HP
Engine RPM 4600 RPM 5400 RPM
Torque 116 Nm 290 Nm
Torque RPM 2000 RPM 3000 RPM
Drive Type Rear 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Doors 4 doors 3 doors
Vehicle Weight 939 kg 1720 kg
Vehicle Length 4410 mm 4280 mm
Vehicle Width 1630 mm 1800 mm
Vehicle Height 1420 mm 1710 mm
Wheelbase Size 2550 mm 2470 mm


 

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