1972 Vauxhall Victor vs. 2011 Ford Ranger
To start off, 2011 Ford Ranger is newer by 39 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 2,300 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Ford Ranger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ford Ranger (143 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1972 Vauxhall Victor. (76 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford Ranger should accelerate faster than 1972 Vauxhall Victor.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2011 Ford Ranger (209 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Vauxhall Victor. (134 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 Ford Ranger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Vauxhall Victor.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Vauxhall Victor | 2011 Ford Ranger | |
Make | Vauxhall | Ford |
Model | Victor | Ranger |
Year Released | 1972 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1759 cc | 2300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 76 HP | 143 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 134 Nm | 209 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 5171 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1763 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1684 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 3193 mm |