1972 Vauxhall Victor vs. 2002 Volvo V70
To start off, 2002 Volvo V70 is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Vauxhall Victor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Vauxhall Victor would be higher. At 2,521 cc (5 cylinders), 2002 Volvo V70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Volvo V70 (138 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1972 Vauxhall Victor. (76 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Volvo V70 should accelerate faster than 1972 Vauxhall Victor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Volvo V70 weights approximately 370 kg more than 1972 Vauxhall Victor. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1972 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 1972 Vauxhall Victor. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 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, 2002 Volvo V70 (220 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Vauxhall Victor. (134 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2002 Volvo V70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Vauxhall Victor.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Vauxhall Victor | 2002 Volvo V70 | |
| Make | Vauxhall | Volvo |
| Model | Victor | V70 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1759 cc | 2521 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85.7 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2760 mm |
