1967 Vauxhall Victor vs. 2009 Volkswagen Jetta
To start off, 2009 Volkswagen Jetta is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Vauxhall Victor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Vauxhall Victor would be higher. At 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Volkswagen Jetta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Volkswagen Jetta (197 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 140 more horse power than 1967 Vauxhall Victor. (57 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Volkswagen Jetta should accelerate faster than 1967 Vauxhall Victor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Volkswagen Jetta weights approximately 560 kg more than 1967 Vauxhall Victor. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1967 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 1967 Vauxhall Victor. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Volkswagen Jetta, 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 Volkswagen Jetta (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Vauxhall Victor. (115 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2009 Volkswagen Jetta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Vauxhall Victor. 2009 Volkswagen Jetta has automatic transmission and 1967 Vauxhall Victor has manual transmission. 1967 Vauxhall Victor will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Volkswagen Jetta will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Vauxhall Victor | 2009 Volkswagen Jetta | |
| Make | Vauxhall | Volkswagen |
| Model | Victor | Jetta |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 55 L |
