2007 Opel Vectra vs. 1967 Vauxhall Victor

To start off, 2007 Opel Vectra is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Vauxhall Victor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Vauxhall Victor would be higher. At 3,175 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Opel Vectra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Opel Vectra (208 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 151 more horse power than 1967 Vauxhall Victor. (57 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Opel Vectra should accelerate faster than 1967 Vauxhall Victor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Opel Vectra weights approximately 583 kg more than 1967 Vauxhall Victor. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1967 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 1967 Vauxhall Victor. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Opel Vectra, 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, 2007 Opel Vectra (300 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 185 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Vauxhall Victor. (115 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2007 Opel Vectra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Vauxhall Victor.

Compare all specifications:

2007 Opel Vectra 1967 Vauxhall Victor
Make Opel Vauxhall
Model Vectra Victor
Year Released 2007 1967
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3175 cc 1596 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 208 HP 57 HP
Engine RPM 6200 RPM 4600 RPM
Torque 300 Nm 115 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 2400 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 10.0:1 9.3:1
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1523 kg 940 kg
Vehicle Length 4600 mm 4410 mm
Vehicle Width 1800 mm 1640 mm
Vehicle Height 1470 mm 1420 mm
Wheelbase Size 2710 mm 2550 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 61 L 48 L