1972 Vauxhall Victor vs. 2010 Opel Vivaro
To start off, 2010 Opel Vivaro is newer by 38 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 1,870 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Opel Vivaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Opel Vivaro (101 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1972 Vauxhall Victor. (76 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Opel Vivaro should accelerate faster than 1972 Vauxhall Victor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Opel Vivaro weights approximately 504 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, 2010 Opel Vivaro, 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, 2010 Opel Vivaro (240 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Vauxhall Victor. (134 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Opel Vivaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Vauxhall Victor.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Vauxhall Victor | 2010 Opel Vivaro | |
Make | Vauxhall | Opel |
Model | Victor | Vivaro |
Year Released | 1972 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1759 cc | 1870 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 76 HP | 101 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 134 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85.7 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 18.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1614 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1970 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1910 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 3100 mm |