2005 Toyota Yaris vs. 1972 Vauxhall Victor
To start off, 2005 Toyota Yaris is newer by 33 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 1,759 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 Vauxhall Victor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Vauxhall Victor (76 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Yaris. (64 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Vauxhall Victor should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Yaris. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Vauxhall Victor weights approximately 195 kg more than 2005 Toyota Yaris. 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, 2005 Toyota Yaris, 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, 1972 Vauxhall Victor (134 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Yaris. (90 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1972 Vauxhall Victor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Yaris.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Toyota Yaris | 1972 Vauxhall Victor | |
| Make | Toyota | Vauxhall |
| Model | Yaris | Victor |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 998 cc | 1759 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 90 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 69 mm | 85.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66.7 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 1110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3650 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2680 mm |
