1965 Vauxhall Velox vs. 2011 GMC Terrain
To start off, 2011 GMC Terrain is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Vauxhall Velox. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Vauxhall Velox would be higher. At 3,299 cc (6 cylinders), 1965 Vauxhall Velox is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 GMC Terrain (182 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1965 Vauxhall Velox. (114 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 GMC Terrain should accelerate faster than 1965 Vauxhall Velox. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 GMC Terrain weights approximately 520 kg more than 1965 Vauxhall Velox. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1965 Vauxhall Velox 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 1965 Vauxhall Velox. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 GMC Terrain, 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, 1965 Vauxhall Velox (238 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 GMC Terrain. (233 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 1965 Vauxhall Velox will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 GMC Terrain.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Vauxhall Velox | 2011 GMC Terrain | |
| Make | Vauxhall | GMC |
| Model | Velox | Terrain |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3299 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6700 RPM |
| Torque | 238 Nm | 233 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1240 kg | 1760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4707 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1849 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2858 mm |
