2006 Chevrolet SSR vs. 1972 Vauxhall Victor
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet SSR is newer by 34 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 5,965 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet SSR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet SSR (401 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 325 more horse power than 1972 Vauxhall Victor. (76 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet SSR should accelerate faster than 1972 Vauxhall Victor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Vauxhall Victor weights approximately 32 kg more than 2006 Chevrolet SSR.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2006 Chevrolet SSR (542 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 408 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Vauxhall Victor. (134 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet SSR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Vauxhall Victor.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Chevrolet SSR | 1972 Vauxhall Victor | |
Make | Chevrolet | Vauxhall |
Model | SSR | Victor |
Year Released | 2006 | 1972 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5965 cc | 1759 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 401 HP | 76 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 542 Nm | 134 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 85.7 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91.4 mm | 76.2 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.9:1 | 8.5:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1078 kg | 1110 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2680 mm |