1966 Vauxhall Victor vs. 2009 Volvo V70
To start off, 2009 Volvo V70 is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Vauxhall Victor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Vauxhall Victor would be higher. At 3,192 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Volvo V70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Volvo V70 (232 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 175 more horse power than 1966 Vauxhall Victor. (57 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Volvo V70 should accelerate faster than 1966 Vauxhall Victor.
Because 1966 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 1966 Vauxhall Victor. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Volvo V70, 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, 2009 Volvo V70 (236 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Vauxhall Victor. (115 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2009 Volvo V70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Vauxhall Victor. 2009 Volvo V70 has automatic transmission and 1966 Vauxhall Victor has manual transmission. 1966 Vauxhall Victor will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Volvo V70 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Vauxhall Victor | 2009 Volvo V70 | |
| Make | Vauxhall | Volvo |
| Model | Victor | V70 |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 3192 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 232 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 236 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2820 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 60 L |
