1970 Vauxhall Ventora vs. 2005 Vauxhall Vectra
To start off, 2005 Vauxhall Vectra is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Vauxhall Ventora. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Vauxhall Ventora would be higher. At 3,294 cc (6 cylinders), 1970 Vauxhall Ventora is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Vauxhall Ventora (122 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2005 Vauxhall Vectra. (109 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Vauxhall Ventora should accelerate faster than 2005 Vauxhall Vectra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Vauxhall Vectra weights approximately 122 kg more than 1970 Vauxhall Ventora.
Because 1970 Vauxhall Ventora 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 1970 Vauxhall Ventora. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Vauxhall Vectra, 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, 1970 Vauxhall Ventora (241 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Vauxhall Vectra. (164 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1970 Vauxhall Ventora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Vauxhall Vectra.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Vauxhall Ventora | 2005 Vauxhall Vectra | |
Make | Vauxhall | Vauxhall |
Model | Ventora | Vectra |
Year Released | 1970 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3294 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 122 HP | 109 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 241 Nm | 164 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1178 kg | 1300 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2710 mm |