1972 Vauxhall Victor vs. 2007 Volkswagen Pickup
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Pickup is newer by 35 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 1,759 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 Vauxhall Victor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volkswagen Pickup (81 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1972 Vauxhall Victor. (76 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Pickup should accelerate faster than 1972 Vauxhall Victor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Vauxhall Victor weights approximately 215 kg more than 2007 Volkswagen Pickup.
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, 2007 Volkswagen Pickup, 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, 1972 Vauxhall Victor (134 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Volkswagen Pickup. (132 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1972 Vauxhall Victor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Volkswagen Pickup.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Vauxhall Victor | 2007 Volkswagen Pickup | |
Make | Vauxhall | Volkswagen |
Model | Victor | Pickup |
Year Released | 1972 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1759 cc | 1595 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 76 HP | 81 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 134 Nm | 132 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85.7 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 77.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 895 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4390 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2310 mm |