1997 Lexus LX vs. 1958 Vauxhall Victor
To start off, 1997 Lexus LX is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Vauxhall Victor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Vauxhall Victor would be higher. At 4,664 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Lexus LX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Lexus LX (232 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 185 more horse power than 1958 Vauxhall Victor. (47 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Lexus LX should accelerate faster than 1958 Vauxhall Victor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Lexus LX weights approximately 1450 kg more than 1958 Vauxhall Victor. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1997 Lexus LX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1958 Vauxhall Victor. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Lexus LX will offer significantly more control. 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, 1997 Lexus LX (434 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 324 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Vauxhall Victor. (110 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1997 Lexus LX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Vauxhall Victor. 1997 Lexus LX has automatic transmission and 1958 Vauxhall Victor has manual transmission. 1958 Vauxhall Victor will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1997 Lexus LX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Lexus LX | 1958 Vauxhall Victor | |
| Make | Lexus | Vauxhall |
| Model | LX | Victor |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4664 cc | 1507 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 232 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 434 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2430 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2500 mm |
