1996 Peugeot 605 vs. 1972 Vauxhall Victor
To start off, 1996 Peugeot 605 is newer by 24 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Peugeot 605 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Peugeot 605 (135 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1972 Vauxhall Victor. (76 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Peugeot 605 should accelerate faster than 1972 Vauxhall Victor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Peugeot 605 weights approximately 330 kg more than 1972 Vauxhall Victor. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1972 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 1972 Vauxhall Victor. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Peugeot 605, 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, 1996 Peugeot 605 (179 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Vauxhall Victor. (134 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1996 Peugeot 605 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Vauxhall Victor.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Peugeot 605 | 1972 Vauxhall Victor | |
| Make | Peugeot | Vauxhall |
| Model | 605 | Victor |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1759 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 135 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 85.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 1110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2680 mm |
