1972 Vauxhall Victor vs. 2004 Volkswagen Touran
To start off, 2004 Volkswagen Touran is newer by 32 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 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Volkswagen Touran is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Volkswagen Touran (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1972 Vauxhall Victor. (76 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Volkswagen Touran should accelerate faster than 1972 Vauxhall Victor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Volkswagen Touran weights approximately 199 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, 2004 Volkswagen Touran, 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, 2004 Volkswagen Touran (200 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Vauxhall Victor. (134 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2004 Volkswagen Touran will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Vauxhall Victor.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Vauxhall Victor | 2004 Volkswagen Touran | |
| Make | Vauxhall | Volkswagen |
| Model | Victor | Touran |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1759 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85.7 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 92.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 11.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1309 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2510 mm |
