1984 Mercedes-Benz S vs. 1973 Vauxhall Victor
To start off, 1984 Mercedes-Benz S is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Vauxhall Victor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Vauxhall Victor would be higher. At 3,837 cc (6 cylinders), 1984 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Mercedes-Benz S (201 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1973 Vauxhall Victor. (140 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 1973 Vauxhall Victor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 315 kg more than 1973 Vauxhall Victor. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1984 Mercedes-Benz S (315 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Vauxhall Victor. (251 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1984 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Vauxhall Victor.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Mercedes-Benz S | 1973 Vauxhall Victor | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Vauxhall |
Model | S | Victor |
Year Released | 1984 | 1973 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3837 cc | 3294 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 201 HP | 140 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 315 Nm | 251 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 1270 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2670 mm |