1985 Toyota Corolla vs. 1961 Vauxhall Victor
To start off, 1985 Toyota Corolla is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Vauxhall Victor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Vauxhall Victor would be higher. At 1,507 cc (4 cylinders), 1961 Vauxhall Victor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Toyota Corolla (64 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1961 Vauxhall Victor. (49 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1961 Vauxhall Victor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Vauxhall Victor weights approximately 30 kg more than 1985 Toyota Corolla.
Because 1961 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 1961 Vauxhall Victor. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 Toyota Corolla, 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, 1961 Vauxhall Victor (109 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Toyota Corolla. (102 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1961 Vauxhall Victor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Toyota Corolla | 1961 Vauxhall Victor | |
Make | Toyota | Vauxhall |
Model | Corolla | Victor |
Year Released | 1985 | 1961 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1295 cc | 1507 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 64 HP | 49 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 102 Nm | 109 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 940 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2550 mm |