1966 Vauxhall VX4 vs. 2013 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2013 Toyota Tacoma is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Vauxhall VX4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Vauxhall VX4 would be higher. At 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Toyota Tacoma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Toyota Tacoma (233 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 159 more horse power than 1966 Vauxhall VX4. (74 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Tacoma should accelerate faster than 1966 Vauxhall VX4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota Tacoma weights approximately 868 kg more than 1966 Vauxhall VX4. 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 1966 Vauxhall VX4. 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 (361 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 236 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Vauxhall VX4. (125 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2013 Toyota Tacoma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Vauxhall VX4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Vauxhall VX4 | 2013 Toyota Tacoma | |
| Make | Vauxhall | Toyota |
| Model | VX4 | Tacoma |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 4000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 233 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 361 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1005 kg | 1873 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 5286 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1895 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1781 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 3246 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 80 L |
