2005 Scion xA vs. 1973 Vauxhall Victor
To start off, 2005 Scion xA is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Vauxhall Victor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Vauxhall Victor would be higher. At 3,294 cc (6 cylinders), 1973 Vauxhall Victor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Vauxhall Victor (140 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2005 Scion xA. (106 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Vauxhall Victor should accelerate faster than 2005 Scion xA. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Vauxhall Victor weights approximately 200 kg more than 2005 Scion xA. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1973 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 1973 Vauxhall Victor. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Scion xA, 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, 1973 Vauxhall Victor (251 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Scion xA. (142 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1973 Vauxhall Victor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Scion xA.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Scion xA | 1973 Vauxhall Victor | |
| Make | Scion | Vauxhall |
| Model | xA | Victor |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1495 cc | 3294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 142 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 92.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 1270 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2670 mm |
