2006 Hyundai Trajet vs. 1972 Vauxhall Victor

To start off, 2006 Hyundai Trajet 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 2,565 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Hyundai Trajet is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Hyundai Trajet (172 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 1972 Vauxhall Victor. (76 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Hyundai Trajet should accelerate faster than 1972 Vauxhall Victor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Hyundai Trajet weights approximately 742 kg more than 1972 Vauxhall Victor. 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, 2006 Hyundai Trajet, 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, 2006 Hyundai Trajet (246 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Vauxhall Victor. (134 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Hyundai Trajet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Vauxhall Victor. 2006 Hyundai Trajet has automatic transmission and 1972 Vauxhall Victor has manual transmission. 1972 Vauxhall Victor will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Hyundai Trajet will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

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2006 Hyundai Trajet 1972 Vauxhall Victor
Make Hyundai Vauxhall
Model Trajet Victor
Year Released 2006 1972
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2565 cc 1759 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 172 HP 76 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 5200 RPM
Torque 246 Nm 134 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 3000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 86.7 mm 85.7 mm
Engine Stroke Size 75 mm 76.2 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Vehicle Weight 1852 kg 1110 kg
Vehicle Length 4700 mm 4570 mm
Vehicle Width 1850 mm 1710 mm
Vehicle Height 1770 mm 1360 mm
Wheelbase Size 2840 mm 2680 mm