1973 Vauxhall Victor vs. 1972 Volkswagen SP2
To start off, 1973 Vauxhall Victor is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Volkswagen SP2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Volkswagen SP2 would be higher. At 3,294 cc (6 cylinders), 1973 Vauxhall Victor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Vauxhall Victor (140 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1972 Volkswagen SP2. (74 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Vauxhall Victor should accelerate faster than 1972 Volkswagen SP2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Vauxhall Victor weights approximately 370 kg more than 1972 Volkswagen SP2. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1973 Vauxhall Victor (251 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Volkswagen SP2. (130 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1973 Vauxhall Victor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Volkswagen SP2.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Vauxhall Victor | 1972 Volkswagen SP2 | |
| Make | Vauxhall | Volkswagen |
| Model | Victor | SP2 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3294 cc | 1677 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 130 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92.1 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.6 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 8.2:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1270 kg | 900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1160 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2410 mm |
