2006 Toyota Hilux vs. 1966 Vauxhall Viscount
To start off, 2006 Toyota Hilux is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Vauxhall Viscount. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Vauxhall Viscount would be higher. At 3,294 cc (6 cylinders), 1966 Vauxhall Viscount is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota Hilux (158 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1966 Vauxhall Viscount. (122 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Hilux should accelerate faster than 1966 Vauxhall Viscount.
Because 2006 Toyota Hilux is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1966 Vauxhall Viscount. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Hilux 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, both vehicles can yield 241 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
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2006 Toyota Hilux | 1966 Vauxhall Viscount | |
Make | Toyota | Vauxhall |
Model | Hilux | Viscount |
Year Released | 2006 | 1966 |
Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2692 cc | 3294 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 158 HP | 122 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 241 Nm | 241 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 95 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 95 mm | 82.6 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 8.5:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3090 mm | 2740 mm |