1989 Vauxhall Astra vs. 1967 Vauxhall Victor
To start off, 1989 Vauxhall Astra is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Vauxhall Victor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Vauxhall Victor would be higher. At 1,700 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Vauxhall Astra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Vauxhall Victor (57 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1989 Vauxhall Astra. (56 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Vauxhall Victor should accelerate faster than 1989 Vauxhall Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Vauxhall Astra weights approximately 75 kg more than 1967 Vauxhall Victor.
Because 1967 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 1967 Vauxhall Victor. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Vauxhall Astra, 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, 1967 Vauxhall Victor (115 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Vauxhall Astra. (105 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1967 Vauxhall Victor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Vauxhall Astra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Vauxhall Astra | 1967 Vauxhall Victor | |
| Make | Vauxhall | Vauxhall |
| Model | Astra | Victor |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1700 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 56 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1015 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2550 mm |
