1966 Vauxhall Viscount vs. 2011 Scion xD
To start off, 2011 Scion xD is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Vauxhall Viscount. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Vauxhall Viscount would be higher. At 3,294 cc (6 cylinders), 1966 Vauxhall Viscount is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Scion xD (128 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1966 Vauxhall Viscount. (122 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Scion xD should accelerate faster than 1966 Vauxhall Viscount. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Vauxhall Viscount weights approximately 189 kg more than 2011 Scion xD.
Because 1966 Vauxhall Viscount 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 Viscount. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Scion xD, 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, 1966 Vauxhall Viscount (241 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Scion xD. (169 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1966 Vauxhall Viscount will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Scion xD.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Vauxhall Viscount | 2011 Scion xD | |
| Make | Vauxhall | Scion |
| Model | Viscount | xD |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3294 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 122 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 241 Nm | 169 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1191 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 3929 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1725 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1509 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2461 mm |
