2007 Suzuki XL7 vs. 1966 Vauxhall Viscount
To start off, 2007 Suzuki XL7 is newer by 41 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 3,564 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Suzuki XL7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Suzuki XL7 (252 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 1966 Vauxhall Viscount. (122 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Suzuki XL7 should accelerate faster than 1966 Vauxhall Viscount.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Suzuki XL7 (331 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Vauxhall Viscount. (241 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2007 Suzuki XL7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Vauxhall Viscount. 2007 Suzuki XL7 has automatic transmission and 1966 Vauxhall Viscount has manual transmission. 1966 Vauxhall Viscount will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Suzuki XL7 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Suzuki XL7 | 1966 Vauxhall Viscount | |
| Make | Suzuki | Vauxhall |
| Model | XL7 | Viscount |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1966 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3564 cc | 3294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 331 Nm | 241 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5020 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2740 mm |
