2006 Ford Freestyle vs. 1973 Vauxhall Victor
To start off, 2006 Ford Freestyle is newer by 33 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, 2006 Ford Freestyle (203 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1973 Vauxhall Victor. (140 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Freestyle should accelerate faster than 1973 Vauxhall Victor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Freestyle weights approximately 446 kg more than 1973 Vauxhall Victor. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Ford Freestyle is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1973 Vauxhall Victor. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Ford Freestyle 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, 2006 Ford Freestyle (281 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Vauxhall Victor. (251 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Freestyle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Vauxhall Victor.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Freestyle | 1973 Vauxhall Victor | |
| Make | Ford | Vauxhall |
| Model | Freestyle | Victor |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2983 cc | 3294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 203 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 281 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1716 kg | 1270 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5080 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2670 mm |
