2001 Daewoo Tacuma vs. 1970 Vauxhall Ventora
To start off, 2001 Daewoo Tacuma is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Vauxhall Ventora. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Vauxhall Ventora would be higher. At 3,294 cc (6 cylinders), 1970 Vauxhall Ventora is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Vauxhall Ventora (122 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2001 Daewoo Tacuma. (97 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Vauxhall Ventora should accelerate faster than 2001 Daewoo Tacuma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Daewoo Tacuma weights approximately 180 kg more than 1970 Vauxhall Ventora.
Because 1970 Vauxhall Ventora 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 1970 Vauxhall Ventora. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Daewoo Tacuma, 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, 1970 Vauxhall Ventora (241 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Daewoo Tacuma. (148 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1970 Vauxhall Ventora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Daewoo Tacuma.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Daewoo Tacuma | 1970 Vauxhall Ventora | |
Make | Daewoo | Vauxhall |
Model | Tacuma | Ventora |
Year Released | 2001 | 1970 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1759 cc | 3294 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 97 HP | 122 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 148 Nm | 241 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80.5 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.5 mm | 82.6 mm |
Top Speed | 169 km/hour | 171 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1358 kg | 1178 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2600 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 54 L |